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Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup

Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup for Cozy Nights In

This Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup is a nourishing and comforting dish, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 8 ounces chopped mushrooms use cremini or dried porcini
  • 1 cup barley or brown rice for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium diced onion for flavor foundation
  • 1 medium chopped carrot fresh for the best flavor
  • 1 stalk diced celery part of the aromatic base
For the Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme fresh also works well
  • 6 cups broth vegetable or chicken based on preference
  • salt & pepper to taste
Optional Boosts
  • 1 cup chopped kale or spinach stir in at the end
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar adds brightness

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drizzle about two tablespoons of olive oil into a large pot and place it over medium heat. Allow the oil to shimmer for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add one finely diced onion, one chopped carrot, and one diced celery rib to the pot. Sauté for around 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  3. Introduce about 8 ounces of chopped mushrooms. Stir them into the pot and let them cook for approximately 8 minutes until browned.
  4. Add one cup of barley and a teaspoon of dried thyme to the pot, stirring gently. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in 6 cups of broth, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer with the lid slightly ajar for about 45 minutes.
  6. Check if the barley is tender. If needed, let it simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, optionally adding chopped kale or spinach. Serve warm, perhaps with crusty sourdough.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 650mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, stir in a splash of sherry vinegar before serving.

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