Barley broth (aunt b's)

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3pintsStock
1Onion
1ounceDrippings
2ouncesPearl barley
1poundsCarrots
6ouncesTomatoes
1tablespoonChopped parsley
Salt and pepper

Directions

While any kind of bone stock is suitable,the broth has a particularly appetising flavour if made from flank mutton.Peel onion, chop finely and fry in the dripping in a saucepan until golden brown. Pour in stock and bring to boil. Wash barley add to pan with the carrots cut into fine dice, and the tomatoes shinned and chopped. Season to taste. Simmer for 1½ to 2 hours or till the barley is cooked .Sprinkle in parsley and serve. Typed by G.Major 06\\01\\95 This recipe comes from a scottish cookbook loaned to me by my aunt who is 85 yrs old.She figures this book is from the 30"s.

Submitted By GEORGINA MAJOR On 06-03-95