Needing a home-run fall camping recipe to take with you on your upcoming fall camping trips? Check out our mouthwatering recipe for Barley Beef Stew and enjoy it whether you’re at home or on the road!
Hearty Barley Beef Stew
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1″ cubes
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 8 ounces sliced baby bella mushrooms
- 16 oz baby carrots, each cut in 2-3 pieces
- 1 ½ tsp minced garlic
- 4 medium-large yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into 1″ cubes
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3/4 cup pearl barley
- 1 bay leaf
Additionally:
- Crusty bread for serving
You’ll also need:
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Paper towels
- Skillet
- Slow cooker (7 qt or larger)
- Slow cooker liner
Directions:
- Cube the beef, patting dry with paper towels, and generously season with salt and pepper.
- Pour a drizzle of oil in a skillet, adding the seasoned beef cubes in small batches. Sear on each side and remove each batch to a plate as you go. A quick sear on the beef helps lock in the juices and flavor, so don’t skip this step!
- Here’s where it gets super easy: line your slow cooker with a liner, and add the prepared beef to the slow cooker and all other ingredients (except for the crusty bread), stirring well to combine.
- Cook on high heat for 4 hours, then reduce heat to low and let it go for another 2 hours. Serve with crusty bread for dipping. Yum!
This is a fantastic and super easy camping recipe that you can’t go wrong with. Your whole family will love it, and it’ll be a go-to for chilly nights for years to come. And, it’s easy to make in even the smallest RV kitchen. Contact us today! We can help you find the right used RV with all the amenities you want!
