The Perfect Pair: Barley and Mushroom Soup for Chilly Seasons

Love barley soup? You must try this recipe:

What You'll Need:

1 cup of pearl barley

2 cups of grated potatoes

1/2 cup olive oil

1 chopped onion (white)

3 cloves of chopped garlic

1 cup of grated carrot

2 cups of sliced brown mushrooms

Boiling water to fill the pot

Salt, pepper, nutmeg - to taste

Optional: For a thicker soup, add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch or 1 tablespoon of sifted flour

Preparation:

Sauté the garlic and onion in olive oil.

Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and cover with boiling water.

Season to taste and cook on low heat until the vegetables and barley are fully softened.

When serving, you can garnish with chopped herbs you like: cilantro, parsley, dill, or chives.

Enjoy!