Broccoli and Cheese Barley Soup Recipe

Name: Broccoli and Cheese Barley Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 14 1/2 ounces chicken broth, low salt; 1/2 cup onions chopped; 1/2 cup pearl barley; 2 each garlic cloves minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups broccoli florets chopped; 1 1/2 cups milk, skim; 1/4 cup flour, all-purpose; 4 ounces cheddar cheese reduced fat, shredded

Servings: persons

4 cups water
14 1/2 ounces chicken broth, low salt
1/2 cup onions chopped
1/2 cup pearl barley
2 each garlic cloves minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups broccoli florets chopped
1 1/2 cups milk, skim
1/4 cup flour, all-purpose
4 ounces cheddar cheese reduced fat, shredded

1
In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, combine water, broth, onion, barley, garlic, salt and pepper.
2
Bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat to low; cover.
4
Simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add broccoli; continue simmering 15 to 20 minutes or until barley and broccoli are tender.
6
Combine 1/2 cup milk and flour, mixing until well blended.
7
Gradually stir into soup with remaining milk and cheese.
8
Continue cooking over medium heat about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
9
Add additional water or chicken broth if soup becomes too thick upon standing.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups water, 14 1/2 ounces chicken broth, low salt, 1/2 cup onions chopped, 1/2 cup pearl barley, and more.

Yes, Broccoli and Cheese Barley Soup 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.

Broccoli and Cheese Barley Soup

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