Warming Barley And Vegetable Soup Recipes

VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are lightly browned and the onion is translucent, about 7 minutes. Add carrots, fennel seeds and oregano; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, broth, barley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat.
• Reduce heat to medium to maintain a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until the barley is tender, about 40 minutes. Stir in green beans and peas; cook over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar. Garnish with parsley and basil, if desired.

TURKEY AND VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots and onion; cook and stir until carrots are crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes., Stir in barley and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until carrots and barley are tender, 10-15 minutes. Stir in turkey, spinach and pepper; heat through.