675g (1½lb) Shin of Beef
2.3 litres (4 pints) Water or Stock
2 Leeks
2 Carrots
2 Turnips
2 Onions
3 tbsp Pearl Barley
Parsley
Salt & Black Pepper
Cut the beef into cubes
Place the beef and water in a large saucepan.
Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 1½ hours.
Chop the vegetables and add with the barley.
Simmer for a further hour or until cooked.
Skim off any fat and adjust seasoning.
Garnish with chopped parsley.
