If you have ever dreamed of snuggling inside of a hobbit hole, warm and cozy by the fire, with a hot bowl of soup in your lap and a favorite book in your hand then you are bound to love this Beef and Barley Stew! A classic dish made deliciously in a slow cooker, with soft, tender beef, chunky carrots and celery, and hearty pearled barley. It's a warm winter comfort food that can't be beat!