Barley casserole #1

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4tablespoonsButter
2mediumsOnions, chopped
½poundsMushrooms, sliced
cupPearl barley
3cupsChicken or beef broth
¼teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper
Garnish: chopped parsley

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt butter in a large casserole. Saute onions 2 minutes over medium heat. Add mushrooms and saute 5-7 minutes more. Add barley. Cook until lightly browned. Add 2 cups of broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and bake 45 minutes. Add remaining 1 cup of broth. Return to oven and bake 30 minutes more. Garnish with chopped parsley.

SOURCE: National Cooking Echo 04/19/90 Contributed to the echo by: Ellen Cleary