Mushroom Barley Soup

Recipe By:

Everyday Delicious Kitchen

everydaydelicious.com.au [1]

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

2 1/4 hours

Serves:

This delicious mushroom barley soup is sure to be a favourite recipe for the whole family in no time. This is the perfect soup recipe to warm you up in autumn and winter.

Mushroom Barley Soup

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil
100g prosciutto, sliced
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 stick celery, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoon thyme leaves
500g mixed mushrooms (eg Portabella, cup, Swiss Brown), sliced
8 cups water
2 tablespoons VEGEMITE
1/2 cup pearl barley
Parsley
Grated Parmesan, for serving
Crusty bread, for serving

Method

HEAT the oil in a stockpot and gently cook the prosciutto, onion, carrot, celery, garlic and thyme for 5 minutes or until softened
ADD the mushrooms, water and VEGEMITE and bring to the boil. Add the barley; reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2 hours or until the barley is tender
SPOON into serving bowls and top with some parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve with crusty bread

Tips & Hints

MAKES: 4-6