Barley Soup
Yield: Serves 6
Ingredients:
  • 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed and drained
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 1/2 cups diced carrots
  • 100 g skinless chicken backs
  • 10-11 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced green onions
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves or dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • salt and pepper
Instructions:

Place the barley, chicken, onion, and water in a large pot. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add crushed tomatoes, carrots, green onions and oregano. Cook covered until barley and carrots are tender and to desired thickness, stirring occasionally. Add more water during cooking if necessary.

Then add butter and lemon juice. Serve with Garlic Bread on the side.

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