One-Serving Beef and Barley Casserole

This one-serving Beef and Barley Casserole is an easy yet delicious meal that can be prepared in just over an hour! It’s packed with flavor from lean ground beef, pearl barley, vegetables, herbs and spices – all cooked together in one pan for maximum convenience! Serve it up with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!

Cooking Equipment:

Large skillet, oven-safe baking dish

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Cuisine:

American

Keywords:

Beef, Barley, Casserole, One-Serving, Nutritious

Meal:

Main Course

Cooking Method:

Baking

Dietary Restrictions:

Gluten Free

Servings:

Ingredients:

200g lean ground beef

1/2 cup pearl barley

1/2 cup diced onion

1/2 cup diced celery

1/2 cup diced carrots

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups beef broth or stock

1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain off any excess fat.

Add the barley, onion, celery, carrots and garlic to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are softened.

Add the beef broth or stock and thyme leaves to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes or until barley is tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Serve hot with your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables or a salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition:

Calories – 500; Fat – 15g; Carbohydrates – 60g; Protein – 25g; Sodium – 400mg List of

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Did You Know?

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