Organic Hearty Soup to Warm the Soul

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The weather here is frightful with cold winds that blow through our warmest coats and nip at our nose making us shiver. I love having a large pot of soup on the stove for the aroma and warmth that it brings the family after sledding or shoveling. A family favorite handed down from our best friend who was given this recipe from her mother-in-law. We’ve adapted it and made it our own and hopefully you’ll find it tasty so it can warm you on those cold chilly days.

Organic Hamburger Soup

1 pound of lean organic certified beef (choose beef from your local farmer that does not use hormones or antibiotics)

8 cups of water

8 beef bullion cubes (I like mine strong but adjust to desired flavor)

1 cup shredded organic carrots

1 cup finely diced organic celery

1 cup of diced organic tomatoes or 1 can of diced organic tomatoes

1 cup of barley uncooked

1 bay leaf

Cook your organic beef and drain off any fat. Add to the pot of water with bullion cubes. Add the other ingredients, saving the barely until the end. Add the barely one hour before eating the soup. Season to taste with onion powder, salt and pepper.

I like to serve with homemade bread and butter. I am expecting more people or would like to eat on this for a few days I’ll adjust the water, bullion cubes and veggies. I’ve also made this with lean organic ground turkey and it tastes delicious. Enjoy and let me know what you think!

3 thoughts on “Organic Hearty Soup to Warm the Soul”

  1. Even better than boullion (more nutrients) is using your own homemade beef stock. It’s easy to make: throw your beef bones leftover from another dinner into a pot filled with water. Add a splash of vinegar to draw the nutrients from the bones, throw in some carrots, celery & onion for even more nutrients, and boil for a day or two. Then use it in recipes or freeze for later.

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  2. Barely uncooked what? 😉 I’m assuming you mean barley. Looks yummy!

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