Beef Barley Soup Crockpot style

Here is a recipe from allrecipes.com
CrockPot Beef Barley Soup

This is new to us and Heidi says she wants to modify it before we post it. Well she can do that later when she decides to update this blog but for now let's try it this way.
Besides it's time we start to share other sites recipes.

Enjoy!!

This version is not in a crockpot
Now after you have taken a look at the first recipe here is Heidi's version. I like this one as it is a little more for things you will have around the the house more commonly. It is also geared for economy as we know many who can't just go out and buy stuff for a special recipe but have to make do with what you have. Here it is:

1/2 to 1-1/2 pounds lean beef cubed or hamburger - which ever you have on hand
3 tablespoons veg. oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 beef bouillon cubes
4 - 5 cups water
2 stalks of celery chopped
1 - 2 carrots chopped
1 Onion chopped
1 cup barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme if desired

In a skillet over medium heat, saute the beef in the oil for about 5 minutes or until browned on all sides. Stir in the salt and pepper and garlic powder and place the seasoned meat in a pot. Add a little water to the skilet and stir to get all of the bits for the soup and pour into the pot.Add to the pot water, celery, carrots, onions and barley. Cover and cook on low until the veggies are tender. If you want the thyme you can add it just before serving.


ENJOY