Using a package of onion soup mix will help speed along this recipe. Any leftover beef strips will do, but using leftover grilled round steak will impart a delightfully smoky flavor to the soup.
- 5 c. water
- 1 envelope onion soup mix
- 2/3 c. uncooked pearl barley
- 3 c. sliced mushrooms
- 12 oz. cooked beef, cut into 2-inch strips
- 1 tsp. black pepper
Bring water to a boil in a large stockpot. Add soup mix and barley. Reduce heat and simmer about 10 minutes or until the barley is tender. Add the mushrooms, beef and pepper and cook an additional 5 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with grilled cheese sandwiches.
- Yields: 8 side dish servings or 4 main dish servings
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
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