Lamb Barley Soup

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This is a hearty soup that is good for cold winter days. Lamb and vegetables are cooked in a beefy broth with chewy barley. You can add more vegetables if you like; this is very flexible. Serve by itself or with your favorite main dish.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground lamb

  • ½ large onion, chopped

  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

  • 2 cups water

  • 3 (10.5 ounce) cans beef consomme

  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup

  • 4 medium carrots, chopped

  • 3 stalks celery, chopped

  • ½ cup barley

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground lamb and onion. Cook and stir until the lamb is evenly browned and onions are translucent. Drain and discard any excess grease.

  2. Stir in the tomatoes and their liquid, water, consomme, and tomato soup. Add the carrots, celery, and barley, and season with chili powder and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

225 Calories
9g Fat
21g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 225
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 800mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 14g
Vitamin C 30mg 152%
Calcium 77mg 6%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 603mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.