Ingredients
- Freshly chopped parsley, for serving
- Shredded white cheddar, for serving
- 1.0 c barley
- 1 (14-oz.) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
- 6 c. Swanson Chicken Broth
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Kosher salt
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp. dried oregano
Cooking Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add bell peppers and onion and cook until soft, 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, 7 minutes. Drain fat and return to heat.
Add broth, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and oregano. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Add barley and simmer, covered, until barley is tender, about 40 minutes, adding water if necessary. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with cheddar and parsley before serving.