INGREDIENTS
2 lb
beef chuck (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
4 tsp
olive oil (divided)
1
sweet onion (diced)
1
stalk celery (diced)
2 cloves
garlic (minced)
2 cups
carrots (diced)
15 oz
diced tomatoes
3
red potatoes (cubed)
2/3 cup
pearl barley
6 cups
beef broth ((or water and bouillon))
1 tsp
salt
1/8 tsp
black pepper
2
sprigs fresh thyme
1
bayleaf
1 cup
frozen green beans
Fresh parsley ((for garnish))