Step 1

Heat butter and oil in a large nonstick pot over medium high heat.

Step 2

Add meat and cook until golden brown..

Step 3

Then, saute onion, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning until fragrant.

Step 4

Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, broth.

Step 5

Cover and cook for 25 minutes.

Step 6

Mix in potatoes, celery, carrots, barley.

Step 7

Cover and cook for 25 minutes.

Step 8

Add corn and peas.

Step 9

Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.

Step 10

Then, cook uncovered for a few more minutes on high heat to reduce liquid until soup thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 11

Garnish with parsley and enjoy!