Ingredients

  • 1 can (49 Oz.) Reduced-sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 whole Medium Carrots, Thinly Sliced
  • 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/2 teaspoons Dried Basil
  • 1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
  • 1-1/2 cup Medium Pearl Barley
  • 2 cups Vegetable Juice Cocktail
  • 1 can (14.5 Oz.) Diced Tomatoes, Undrained
  • 12 ounces, weight Fresh Mushrooms, Thinly Sliced

Method

  • In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine broth, carrots, onion, garlic, basil, oregano and pepper; bring to a boil. Add barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 to 55 minutes or until barley is tender.
  • Add remaining ingredients; cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
  • Makes about 2 3/4 quarts.
  • (Recipe adapted from The Best of Country Cooking 2000)