Vegetable Beef Barley Soup

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup sliced fresh carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (8-1/2 ounces) peas, drained
  • 1 cup tomato juice
  • 3/4 cup medium pearl barley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the seasoned salt, onion powder and garlic powder. Add beef and toss to coat. In a large skillet, brown beef in oil until meat is no longer pink; drain.

Step 2

Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion and bouillon. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meat and vegetables are almost tender.

Step 3

Add the corn, tomatoes, peas, tomato juice, barley, salt and pepper; cover and cook 2 hours longer or until barley is tender. Yield: 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).