How do you thicken beef barley soup?

[Bubbles]

Looking to add some hearty thickness to your beef barley soup? Wondering how to achieve that perfect consistency without compromising on flavor? Let's swap some tips and tricks for thickening up this comforting classic!

 

[maltchaseal]

Two ways I thicken beef barley soup! Cook the barley for a longer time to release its starches, or add a cornstarch slurry near the end ..Either way, be careful not to overdo it, or the soup gets gloopy

 

[KarenDeel]

To thicken beef barley soup, let it simmer longer, stir in a slurry of cornstarch or flour with cold water, or blend a portion of the soup and mix it back in.