Chef John's Beef and Barley Stew Hearty Beef and Barley Stew with Root Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 stalks celery, sliced 1 parsnip or turnip, peeled and diced (optional) 1 cup pearl barley 8 cups beef broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, then set aside. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute more to deepen the flavor. Return the beef to the pot along with carrots, celery, parsnip (if using), barley, thyme, bay leaf, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Discard the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #beefandbarleystew #heartymeals #comfortfood #soulfood #chefjohnrecipe #winterwarmers #onepotmeal #stewseason #wholesomecooking #classicrecipes #barleydishes #slowcookedbeef #dutchovenrecipes #homemadestew #rootvegetables #herbandbeef #heartyrecipes #simmeredgoodness #beefstewlove #familydinners Nothing warms the soul like a steaming bowl of Beef and Barley Stew! This Chef John classic is rich, rustic, and full of deep flavor.

Beef and Oxtail Soup Slow-Simmered Beef and Oxtail Soup with Root Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 1 lb oxtail pieces 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 large potato, cubed 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon black pepper Salt to taste 8 cups beef broth or water 2 tablespoons tomato paste Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: Heat vegetable oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Brown oxtail and beef stew meat in batches, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another 1–2 minutes. Return the meat to the pot. Add bay leaf, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Pour in beef broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until meat is tender and falling off the bone. Add carrots, celery, and potatoes. Continue to simmer for another 25–30 minutes, until vegetables are soft. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours 15 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #beefandoxtailsoup #heartymeals #comfortfood #slowcooked #souprecipe #winterwarmer #beefsoup #bonebroth #homemadesoup #oxtailrecipes #onepotmeals #comfortinabowl #slowcookedsoup #rootvegetables #beeflovers #familydinner #traditionalrecipes #soulfood #herbysoups #meatysoup There’s nothing like a slow-simmered Beef and Oxtail Soup to warm your soul. Tender meat, rich broth, and hearty veggies—this is comfort in a bowl!

Lamb and Parsnip Soup Hearty Lamb and Parsnip Soup with Herbs and Root Vegetables Ingredients: 1 lb lamb shoulder or stew meat, cubed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 parsnips, peeled and diced 2 carrots, diced 1 potato, peeled and cubed 1 stalk celery, sliced 6 cups lamb or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add lamb pieces and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant. Add parsnips, carrots, potato, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return lamb to the pot. Add rosemary, thyme, broth, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 45 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #lambsoup #parsnipsoup #rootvegetables #comfortfood #slowcookedsoup #heartymeals #winterwarmers #souprecipes #lambandveggies #rusticsoup #wholesomeeats #homecookedcomfort #rootveggiesoup #souptime #traditionalrecipes #lambrecipes #fallrecipes #souplovers #onepotmeals #cozykitchen Cozy up with this Lamb and Parsnip Soup — it’s rich, rustic, and full of soul-warming flavor. A bowl of this is all you need on a chilly night!

Cabbage Roll Soup Hearty Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup with Ground Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chopped green cabbage 1 large carrot, diced 4 cups beef broth 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Add diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in chopped cabbage and carrots, cooking for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and stir in the uncooked rice. Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and vegetables are tender. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cabbagerollsoup #unstuffedcabbageroll #comfortsoup #beefsoup #weeknightdinners #cabbageideas #heartymeals #souprecipe #easyhomemade #fallcooking #winterwarmers #homemadesoup #souplovers #veggieandmeat #familydinner #easycomfortfood #cozyeats #mealprepideas #simpleingredients #classicflavor Turn your favorite comfort dish into a spoonful of cozy! This Cabbage Roll Soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly days.

Beetroot and Carrot Soup Vibrant Beet & Carrot Soup with Ginger and Citrus Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 2 medium beetroots, peeled and chopped 1 medium potato, peeled and diced 750ml vegetable stock Juice of 1 orange Salt and black pepper to taste Plain yogurt or crème fraîche, for garnish (optional) Fresh herbs (parsley or dill), for garnish Directions: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the carrots, beetroot, and potato. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour in the vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or standard blender to blend the soup until smooth. Stir in the orange juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with a swirl of yogurt or crème fraîche and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beetrootsoup #carrotsoup #rootvegetables #vibrantsoups #plantbased #healthycomfortfood #easymeals #vegetariansoup #fallrecipes #winterwarmer #veganfriendly #onepotmeals #nutritiousanddelicious #antiinflammatoryfoods #cleaneatingrecipes #veggiepacked #detoxsoup #glutenfreeeats #homecookinglove #quickhealthy Just made this vibrant Beetroot and Carrot Soup It’s cozy, colorful, and full of natural goodness!