Braised Beef with Barley

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is typically less expensive and can be braised similarly.

Brown both sides of the boneless chuck roast in oil or butter to seal in the juices.

Saute onions and garlic until golden.

Return the beef to the pan and add beef broth, tarragon, and a bay leaf.

Bring to a boil, then cover and let it simmer until the meat is tender.

Add barley and mushrooms and let them cook until the barley is tender.

Right before serving, stir in sour cream and frozen peas.

Cooking Techniques

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