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Mushroom Barley Soup with Thyme

Mushrooms and barley simmered in a broth of thyme.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 3/4 cup pearl barley
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Cook the mushrooms, onion, and carrots in olive oil until the mushrooms release their liquid.
  2. Add the barley, broth, and thyme, then bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 35 minutes until the barley is tender.
  4. Season to taste and serve hot.

Notes

Let leftovers sit overnight; the barley soaks up even more flavor.