Easy to make and full of flavor.
Serve with a good artisan bread!
1 Tbls. canola oil
1-1/2 lbs. ground sirloin (or ground chuck)
2 Tbls. tomato paste
1 medium onion, diced
2 large carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 Tbls. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbls. pure cane sorghum
2 t. smoked sea salt
2 t. dried oregano
1 t. smoked black pepper
1 bay leaf
28 oz. can diced petite tomatoes
½ c. barley (not instant)
5 c. beef stock (Kitchen Basics)
Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
Heat oil in a large skillet over med-high heat. Add the ground beef and brown until no longer pink.
Add tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
Pour the meat mixture into slow cooker or crock pot, along with the remaining ingredients, except the cheese and stir to combine.
Cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours or LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
Serve with grated parmesan cheese on top