→ Meats
01 - 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Vegetables
02 - 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 celery stalks, diced
04 - 1 large onion, diced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Grains
06 - 3/4 cup pearl barley, rinsed
→ Liquids
07 - 6 cups low sodium beef broth
08 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Herbs & Seasonings
10 - 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
11 - 2 bay leaves
12 - 1 tsp salt, or to taste
13 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
14 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)