update/family review on the beef barley.

Overall this was a winner. I was generous with the barley and it plumped right up to make the whole thing less stew-like and more main-dish like. Overnight in the fridge the stew solidified, and when reheated did not provide extra broth... so if you like having the brothy-goodness you should be gentle on the barley and maybe add some extra broth to the pot.

The picky Toddler liked it. Or didn't like it. She couldn't make up her mind what extreme to follow, and so I can't give a true opinion on her behalf. Broadly I'd say that she accepted it, loved the big chunks of soft meat, especially liked being able to pull it apart with her fingers and get messy with it.