Enjoy this modern stew recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 pound top round of beef
- 6 cups cold water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup fine barley
- 1/4 cup green split peas
- 8 peppercorns
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 2 tablespoon chopped parsley
Directions
Combine cold water, top round cut in small pieces, and salt in a 4-quart soup pot. Bring to a boil slowly, skim thoroughly and add barley, split peas, and peppercorns. Cover and simmer gently for 1½ hours. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery and simmer ½ hour longer, stirring frequently. To serve, sprinkle with chopped parsley. Storing overnight in the refrigerator improves flavor.
Serves 5 to 6