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Easy Mushroom Barley Soup

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This easy mushroom barley soup is a hearty and comforting dish made with tender barley, earthy mushrooms, and classic vegetables simmered in savory broth. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for a cozy, nourishing meal.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • ¾ cup diced carrots
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms, cleaned and thinly sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • ¾ cup pearl barley, rinsed
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring gently until they release their moisture.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the rinsed pearl barley.
  5. Bring the soup to a gentle boil over high heat.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • For added richness, sauté mushrooms until golden before adding broth.
  • Enhance flavor with herbs like thyme or parsley added near the end.
  • Soup thickens over time—add broth or water to loosen when reheating.
  • Freezes well for up to 2 months, though barley may soften slightly.

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