A hearty and comforting soup made with mushrooms, barley, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a cozy meal.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
45min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 3 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 3 garlic cloves
- 500 g mushrooms
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp thyme
- 6 cups vegetable broth
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms are browned, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the pearl barley, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 45 minutes, or until barley is tender.
Step 6
Remove the bay leaf. Stir in chopped parsley before serving.