Inspired by the wide-open plains and no-nonsense cooking of the Great Plains, our Dakota Territory Beef Barley Stew is a rustic, stick-to-your-ribs classic.

Dakota Territory Beef Barley Stew

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$9.99

A Hearty Homestead Stew with Deep Frontier Roots

Inspired by the wide-open plains and no-nonsense cooking of the Great Plains, our Dakota Territory Beef Barley Stew is a rustic, stick-to-your-ribs classic. This dry soup mix brings together hearty lentils, shiitake mushrooms, leeks, and barley, seasoned simply to let the ingredients shine. Just add cubed beef and let it simmer low and slow to create a warm, deeply satisfying meal that tastes like it came straight from a cast iron pot by a cabin fire.

This stew reminds us of the kind of meals frontier families relied on—hearty, nourishing, and built to feed a crowd after a long day’s work. Whether you're tucked in for winter or feeding your own homestead crew, this long-simmered classic hits the spot.

This is comfort food with a pioneer spirit—simple, soulful, and deeply satisfying. Gather 'round and taste the timeless tradition of the Dakota Territory.

⚠️ Allergen Info: May contain wheat

Nutrition: Clean Label, Nothing Artificial, No Added Salt, Non-GMO, Vegan Friendly.
Allergen Information: May contain wheat.
Serves: 15

Cooktime: 3-4 Hours

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Lima Bean, Green Lentil, Barley, Carrot, Leek, Shitake Mushroom, Paprika, Bay Leaf, Parsley, Thyme.

Nutrition: Clean Label, Nothing Artificial, No Added Salt, Non-GMO, Vegan Friendly.

  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Onion, sliced
  • 2-3 lbs Beef stew meat
  • 8 cups Beef broth
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Freshly ground pepper
  • 2-3 cups Turnips or potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 8 oz Fresh mushrooms, slicked
  • ¼ cup Sherry or red wine

  1. In a 6 or 8-quart pot melt 1 Tablespoon of butter.
  2. Brown stew meat in 2-3 batches over medium-high heat, not crowding the meat, and turning each piece once. Remove meat to plate when browned.
  3. Add remaining butter. Lower heat and brown onion 5 minutes.
  4. Add meat back into pot. Stir in broth, water and contents of Dakota Territory Beef Barley Stew Mix. Bring to a simmer and cook covered 2 hours.
  5. Add turnips or potatoes, mushrooms, sherry or red wine, and salt and pepper.
  6. Return to a simmer and cook covered 1 hour.

Note: This stewy beef barely soup can be made a day ahead or frozen and reheated.

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Product Reviews

  • 5
    Best Ever

    Posted by Michael Gaasch on Dec 21st 2024

    I made this stew with potatoes and followed the recipe exactly. My mother-in-law, who is from Michigan, and grew up eating this type of stew said that it was the best one that she has ever eaten!

  • 5
    "Delish"

    Posted by Colleen P on Feb 28th 2024

    Just wanted to tell you that the Beef Barley Stew is “Delish”! I am a very good cook, your Beef Stew rivals mine, Congrats for another winner. We love your products, no added junk, just pure goodness! Thankyou!!!!

  • 5
    Your Food is Amazing

    Posted by Lori on Jan 18th 2024

    I just wanted to take the time to tell you, your food is amazing. We had the Beef Barley Stew tonight and it was delicious. It's cold in CA (well by California standards lol) and I have been working non stop and had to participate in a training today all day. It was so awesome to put the stew in the crock pot while I had my lunch break and it was finished when I was done with my training. It so reminded me of my dad's stew. He's been gone for 18 years and for the first time since he left this earth I got some good stew. Thank you. I cant wait to try the other two. I will definitely be ordering from you all again.

  • 5
    Soups!

    Posted by Agnes on Jan 18th 2024

    I just wanted to let you know, I've made the Beef Barley Stew and the Gingered Carrot & Coconut. Both are winners. Especially the Beef Barley. You're doing a super job of this! Congrats!

  • 5
    Beef Barley Stew

    Posted by Val on Jan 16th 2024

    Delicious. I browned beef with light flour in coconut oil then followed the label directions. It was delicious. My husband loved it. I only added about 1&1/2 c of potatoes and no mushrooms. ( I forgot ) beautiful hearty thick beef stew. I simmered for 2&1/2 to 3hours. Wonderful!!!

  • 5
    Beef barley bean stew variation

    Posted by Amy Van D. on Jan 12th 2023

    Left out the turnips/potatoes, and added cooked rice at the same time as the mushrooms. Delicious and not quite as heavy as potatoes. Plus a great way to get rid of leftover rice from takeout! Win win!!

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