Mushroom and Leek Barley Soup

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Vegetable broth - 6 cups
• Barley - 1 cup
• Mushrooms - 2 cups, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Leeks - 2, cleaned and sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Let's Get Started

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the leeks and garlic and cook until the leeks are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and become golden, about 10 minutes.
4. Add the barley, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve hot.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Soup
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Calories: 200
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 35g
• Protein: 8g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Sugar: 4g