Braised Beef with Barley

Instructions

1. 1

   Wit the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350 °F (180 °C).

2. 2

   In a large ovenproof skillet over high heat, brown half the meat at a time, on each side, in 1 tbsp (15 ml) of the butter. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate.

3. 3

   In the same skillet over medium heat, soften the onion and garlic in the remaining butter (2 tbsp). Sprinkle with the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add the broth and mustard. Mix thoroughly. Return the meat to the skillet. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Cover and bake for about 2 hours or until the meat is fork tender. Add the carrots and cook for 15 more minutes or until tender.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the barley for about 40 minutes or until tender. Drain.

6. 6

   Serve the barley with the beef and carrots.