Autumn Beef Barley Dinner Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Salad oil3 Tablespoon
 2 pounds beef for stew, cut into 1-inch chunks
 Onions2 Large, diced
 Water6 Cup (16 tbs)
 Barley1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Salt2 Teaspoon
 Oregano leaves1 Teaspoon
 Pepper1/2 Teaspoon
 2 10- to 12-ounce containers Brussels sprouts
 2 medium-sized tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges

Directions

1. In 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, in hot salad oil, cook beef chunks, a few pieces at a time, until well browned on all sides, removing pieces to 4-quart casserole as they brown. In drippings remaining in skillet, over medium heat, cook onions until tender, stirring occasionally. Add water; over high heat, heat to boiling, stirring to loosen brown bits from bottom of skillet.
2. Pour onion mixture over beef in casserole; stir in barley, salt, oregano, and pepper. Cover casserole and bake in 350°F. oven 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in Brussels sprouts (if Brussels sprouts are very large, cut each in half). Bake casserole 30 minutes longer. Add tomato wedges; continue baking 10 minutes or until meat and vegetables are fork-tender.
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