Beef Barley Soup [0001118] Ingredients: 1 pound lean beef stew meat, cubed 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 cup gluten-free pearled barley 8 cups gluten-free beef broth 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Instructions: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed beef stew meat and brown it on all sides. Remove the beef and set it aside. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the gluten-free beef broth and add the gluten-free pearled barley, salt, and black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 45-50 minutes or until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle the Gluten-Free Beef Barley Soup into bowls and serve hot. This gluten-free beef barley soup is hearty and comforting, perfect for a satisfying meal. As always, check product labels and ingredient lists to ensure that all components of the soup are gluten-free if you have gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. Enjoy your soup!