Turkey Barley Sesame Salad

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   To cook pearl barley: In medium saucepan with lid bring 3 cups water to a boil.

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   Add 1 cup pearl barley; return to a boil.

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   Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 45 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed.

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   (Place any extra cooked barley in an airtight container and refrigerate or freeze for up to a week.

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   When ready to use, thaw and add to soups, stews, salads or casseroles for extra flavor and fiber.)

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   To assemble salad: Drizzle salad dressing over hot cooked barley; toss gently to coat.

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   Cover barley and refrigerate until cool.

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   To assemble salad, drain mandarin oranges, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid.

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   Combine mandarin oranges, 2 tablespoons reserved orange liquid, cooled barley, turkey, celery and green onions.

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    Toss gently.

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    Arrange salad greens on 4 dinner plates.

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    Mound barley salad over greens.

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    Sprinkle each serving with toasted sliced almonds, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.