Barley soup

Barley soup recipes have been around for centuries, with the earliest known recipes dating back to the 16th century. Barley was a staple ingredient in many European countries, and soups made with barley were a common way to use up leftover grains.

Over time, different cultures and regions developed their own unique versions of barley soup. In Scotland, a traditional recipe for barley soup includes mutton, leeks, and potatoes. In Germany, barley soup is often made with beef or pork, and sometimes includes carrots and celery.

Barley soup recipes began to appear in American cookbooks in the late 19th century, as immigrants from Europe brought their culinary traditions to the United States. Today, barley soup is a hearty and comforting dish that can be enjoyed all year round.

Advice

Making barley soup is a simple yet delicious process. First, it's important to use the right ingredients. Use fresh vegetables, broth, and herbs for the best flavor. Secondly, be sure to cook the barley until it's tender and cooked through. Boil the barley in salted water, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until it's tender. Thirdly, use a wide variety of vegetables to add color, texture, and flavor to your soup. Finally, don't forget to season the soup with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste. Once your soup is ready, enjoy it with a crusty piece of bread for a hearty and delicious meal.

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Recipes

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Spring Barley Soup

  • fava bean
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • rice vinegar
  • ginger
  • asparagus
  • yellow
  • barley
  • garlic
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Mushroom Barley Soup

  • SOUP
  • salt
  • pearl barley
  • white button mushroom
  • parsley
  • onion
  • tomato paste
  • bay leaf
  • parsnip
  • beef stock
  • carrot
  • celery
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  • water cover
  • chuck
  • bay leaf
  • onion
  • beef bone
  • carrot
  • celery
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Mushroom Barley Soup

  • onion
  • thyme
  • celery
  • bay leaf
  • carrot
  • mushroom
  • barley
  • shallot
  • olive oil
  • vegetable stock
  • tamari
  • dill
  • black pepper
  • salt
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Beef Barley Soup

  • pearl barley
  • potato
  • water
  • celery
  • stew meat
  • oil
  • onion
  • beef base
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • salt
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Crock Pot Turkey Barley Soup

  • thyme
  • bay leaf
  • vegetable oil
  • celery
  • onion
  • pearl barley
  • marjoram
  • black pepper
  • turkey
  • parsley
  • carrot
  • chicken stock
  • salt
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Pearl Barley Soup

  • parsley
  • pearl barley
  • onion
  • black pepper
  • thyme
  • salt
  • coriander
  • fennel
  • mushroom
  • vegetable stock
  • olive oil
  • celery
  • bay leaf
  • garlic
  • carrot
  • swede
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Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup

  • barley
  • salt
  • onion
  • pkg corn
  • black pepper
  • tomato
  • red
  • chuck roast
  • celery
  • tomato paste
  • vegetable oil
  • bay leaf
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • beef broth
  • herb rosemary
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Beef Barley Soup

  • green bean
  • tomato
  • better than bouillon~beef flavor
  • onion
  • rosemary
  • worcestershire sauce
  • mushroom
  • sugar
  • beef
  • vegetable oil
  • cartons beef stock
  • bay leaf
  • pearl barley
  • carrot
  • thyme
  • garlic
  • black pepper
  • salt
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Beef Barley Soup

  • beef
  • oil
  • thyme
  • onion
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • garlic
  • bay leaf
  • celery
  • tomato paste
  • carrot
  • pearl
  • beef broth
  • parsley
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Chicken and Barley Soup

  • salt
  • leek
  • barley
  • savoy cabbage
  • sour cream
  • dill
  • paprika
  • carrot
  • celery
  • rotisserie chicken
  • olive oil
  • chicken broth
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The Best Beef and Barley Soup

  • black pepper
  • salt
  • sugar
  • onion
  • red potato
  • pearl barley
  • red wine
  • oregano
  • parsley
  • paprika
  • beef stew meat
  • olive oil
  • tomato paste
  • worcestershire sauce
  • garlic
  • thyme
  • rosemary
  • bay leaf
  • carrot
  • celery
  • beef broth
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Turkey Barley Soup

  • barley
  • potato
  • turkey stock
  • pepper
  • salt
  • onion
  • turkey
  • celery
  • thyme
  • carrot
  • parsley
  • rosemary
  • sage
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Beef Barley Soup

  • barley
  • creole seasoning
  • worcestershire sauce
  • oregano
  • beef
  • onion
  • beef stew meat
  • carrot
  • smoked paprika
  • bay leaf
  • ginger
  • olive oil
  • thyme
  • celery
  • tomato
  • garlic
  • beef broth
  • mushroom
  • salt
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Pearl Barley Soup with Moscato d'Asti

  • chive
  • salt
  • moscato 'asti
  • celery root
  • pearl barley
  • vegetable oil
  • leek
  • parsnip
  • heavy cream
  • russet potato
  • carrot
  • onion
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  • smoked ham
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Tomato Beef Barley Soup

  • tomato
  • ground beef
  • pepper
  • carton beef broth
  • carrot
  • onion
  • salt
  • pearl barley
  • cabbage
  • garlic tomato sauce
  • corn
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Mushroom-Barley Soup

  • salt
  • pearl barley
  • parsley
  • olive oil
  • sherry
  • white button mushroom
  • onion
  • porcini mushroom
  • lemon juice
  • thyme
  • carrot
  • celery
  • beef stock
  • garlic

Ingredient Breakdown

 
carrot
salt
onion
celery
bay leaf
garlic
pearl barley
thyme
barley
black pepper
parsley
olive oil
mushroom
tomato
beef broth
tomato paste
vegetable oil
rosemary
beef
parsnip
potato
oil
leek
worcestershire sauce
pepper
soy sauce
ginger
white button mushroom
beef stock
vegetable stock
dill
water
beef base
turkey
chicken stock
sugar
paprika
oregano
beef stew meat
sage
fava bean
sesame oil
rice vinegar
asparagus
yellow
water cover
chuck
beef bone
shallot
tamari
stew meat
tuscan kale
white wine vinegar
turnip
brisket
oxtail
peppercorn
marjoram
coriander
fennel
swede
pkg corn
red
chuck roast
herb rosemary
green bean
better than bouillon~beef flavor
cartons beef stock
pearl
savoy cabbage
sour cream
rotisserie chicken
chicken broth
red potato
red wine
turkey stock
creole seasoning
smoked paprika
chive
moscato 'asti
celery root
heavy cream
russet potato
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smoked ham
ground beef
carton beef broth
cabbage
garlic tomato sauce
corn
braising steak
cranberry bean
pancetta
basil
sherry
porcini mushroom
lemon juice

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • bay leaf

Staple Ingredients

  • carrot 71%
  • salt 67%
  • celery 62%
  • onion 62%

Common Ingredients

  • bay leaf 52%
  • garlic 48%

Usual Ingredients

  • thyme 43%
  • barley 38%
  • black pepper 38%
  • pearl barley 33%

Rarey Ingredients

  • olive oil 29%
  • parsley 29%
  • tomato 24%