Toasted Barley with Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Toasted Barley with Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: i1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup pearled barley; 1 strip fresh lemon zest; 6 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 1/4 cups chicken stock; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus whole leaves, for garnish; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 8 ounces any combination of cremini, shiitake, or oyster mushrooms (about 4 cups); 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan (about 3/4 ounce); Kosher salt

Servings: persons

i1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup pearled barley
1 strip fresh lemon zest
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 1/4 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus whole leaves, for garnish
1 small yellow onion, diced
8 ounces any combination of cremini, shiitake, or oyster mushrooms (about 4 cups)
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan (about 3/4 ounce)
Kosher salt

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Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan.
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Add the barley and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the barley smells toasty, about 5 minutes.
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Add the lemon zest, 3 sprigs thyme, and chicken stock.
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Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
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Cook for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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When most of the water is absorbed, add the chopped parsley.
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Remove the stems of shiitake mushrooms and discard.
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Slice the mushrooms into 1/4-inch wide strips.
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Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan.
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Add the onions and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
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Add the mushrooms and the remaining 3 sprigs thyme and continue to cook until brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
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Spoon the barley into warm bowls and top with the mushrooms.
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Sprinkle the Parmesan over the top.
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Garnish with parsley leaves and serve hot.
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Calories: 373
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Total Fat: 16 grams
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Saturated Fat: 7.5 grams
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Total Carbohydrates: 47 grams
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Protein: 13 grams
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Sodium: 413 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 28 milligrams
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Fiber: 9 grams

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: i1 tablespoon olive oil, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup pearled barley, 1 strip fresh lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Toasted Barley with Mushrooms falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Toasted Barley with Mushrooms

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