Crock Pot Beef Bacon and Barley Soup

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 8 people

Categories: Beef, Main Dish, Slow Cooker, Soup

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless beef steaks , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion , chopped
  • 4 small red potatoes , cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 cups)
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh baby carrots , cut in half length wise
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup uncooked regular pearl barley
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes seasoned with basil garlic & oregano , undrained
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar beef gravy

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in large non stick skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes. Stirring frequently.

  2. Add Beef and onion salt and pepper; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until beef is browned.

  3. Into 4 quart crock pot layer potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture. Pour broth tomatoes and gravy over top. DO NOT STIR!

  4. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours. Stir before serving.

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