INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp
oil (optional)
1 lb
beef stewing meat
3
large carrots (peeled and sliced)
2
stalks celery (chopped)
2 cups
finely chopped fresh spinach
3 tbsp
tomato paste
2 tsp
salt
2 tsp
minced garlic
2
bay leaves
1 tsp
dried thyme
1/2 tsp
black pepper
3/4 cup
pearl or pot barley (rinsed)
6 cups
low sodium beef broth
1 tbsp
balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup
fresh parsley (chopped)