Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup

The weather might be getting warmer, but that doesn’t mean we have to put away our crock-pots or give up our cozy dishes for the season. How could we, when there’s recipes for things like this beef barley soup still to try?! If you’ve never cooked with barley before, you’re going to love it. The healthy grain is super-versatile, with a pasta-like consistency and rich flavor similar to nuts. You might know it from its use in fermentation of some of your favorite adult beverages, and its presence in this recipe gives a great flavor without having to add any beer to the soup. Perfect for the whole family!