Barley Soup

Barley soup is a hearty and nutritious soup that is made with barley as the main ingredient. Barley is a nutritious grain that is high in fibre, vitamins, and minerals, making it an excellent addition to any soup recipe.

Ingredients of Barley Soup

• 1 cup of barley
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

How to Make Barley Soup

1. In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
2. Add the chopped carrots and celery and continue to sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the barley to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables.
4. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the dried thyme. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot with some crusty bread.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy barley soup!