Mushroom Barley Soup – America Test Kitchen

Mushroom barley soup is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is known for its comforting flavors and hearty texture.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Mushroom Barley Soup – America Test Kitchen

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 2 Bay leaves
• 12 sliced Button mushrooms
• 1 cup Pearl barley
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 chopped Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in barley, vegetable broth, water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until barley is tender.
4. Remove bay leaves and stir in fresh parsley. Let the soup rest for 10 minutes before serving.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 9g18%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.