Barley with Mushrooms and Green Beans Recipe

Name: Barley with Mushrooms and Green Beans Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pearl barley; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup finely chopped red onion; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 12 ounces white or cremini mushrooms, stemmed and sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 12 ounces green beans, trimmed and sliced 1/2 inch thick on the bias; 2 cups mushroom broth; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1
Bring a medium saucepan of heavily salted water to a boil over high heat.
2
Stir in the barley, reduce the heat to medium, and cook until al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
5
When the foaming subsides, add the onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
6
Add the mushrooms, increase the heat to medium high, and cook, stirring rarely, until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
7
Add the wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
8
Add the green beans and broth, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the beans are fork tender and the broth is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
9
Stir in the reserved barley and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
10
Stir in the parsley and remaining 1 tablespoon butter and season with salt and pepper.

176

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup pearl barley, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup finely chopped red onion, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Barley with Mushrooms and Green Beans Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!