"Hearty and delicious, this beef and barley soup recipe is a slow cooker staple...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon oil
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1 1/2 pounds sirloin tips, flap meat or chuck roast, cubed
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Salt and pepper
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3/4 cup 1/4-inch sliced carrots, about 3-4 medium carrots peeled
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8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, wiped clean and diced
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1 cup chopped onion, about 1 medium yellow or white onion
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2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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3 cups low-sodium beef broth
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2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
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2/3 cup pearled barley (not quick-cooking)