Garden patch barley medley

 
                         Garden Patch Barley Medley
 
 Recipe By     : Life & Times: Idaho State Journal: 6-30-99
 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Vegetables                       Vegetarian
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    2      tablespoons   olive oil
      3/4  cup           regular pearl barley
    1      large         onion -- sliced and separated
                          -- into rings
    1      clove         garlic -- finely chopped
    2      cups          vegetable broth
    2      large         tomatoes -- cut into wedges
    2      large         carrots -- sliced
    1      medium        green bell pepper -- seeded and cut into
                          -- 1 inch strips
    1      medium        zucchini -- sliced
    1      cup           cauliflower florets
    1      cup           broccoli florets
    2      cups          fresh green peas -- or
    1      package       frozen green peas -- 10oz
    1      teaspoon      Italian herbs
                         salt and pepper -- to taste
 
 Heat oil in large skillet. Add barley, onion rings and garlic. Saute over
 medium heat about 5 minutes or until barley and onions are golden. Add
 broth; cover and cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add other
 ingredients; cover and cook 15 minutes or until vegetables and barley are
 tender. Adjust seasonings. Makes 6 servings.
 
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