Hearty and Delicious Instant Pot Beef and Barley Soup Recipe

This Instant Pot Beef and Barley Soup is a comforting and satisfying dish that will warm you up on a cold day. Made with tender beef, nutritious barley, and flavorful vegetables, this soup is both delicious and easy to make in the Instant Pot. It's the perfect meal for a cozy dinner or to serve to guests. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can have a hearty soup ready to enjoy in no time. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of pure comfort!

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup barley
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the 'Saute' mode.
2. Heat the olive oil in the Instant Pot and add the beef stew meat. Cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic to the Instant Pot. Saute for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
4. Add the barley, beef broth, water, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the 'Sealing' position.
6. Select the 'Pressure Cook' mode and set the timer to 25 minutes.
7. Once the cooking time is up, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn the valve to the 'Venting' position to release any remaining pressure.
8. Remove the lid and give the soup a stir. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. Serve the Instant Pot Beef and Barley Soup hot. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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