BARLEY MUSHROOM PARMESAN BAKE

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Make certain to use only pearl barley for this. This can also be made on top of the stove. The mixture will thicken even more upon standing or refrigeration. My family loves this dish, it's a nice change from rice, hope you enjoy also! Add in the saffron, it really makes a difference in taste!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Grains

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
2 large onions, coarsley chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 large bell pepper, seeded and chopped (use red or green)
1 pinch saffron (good to add in!) (optional)
2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
2 (10 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
1 1/2 cups pearl barley, rinsed under cold water
3 3/4 cups good quality beef or 3 3/4 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons seasoning salt (or to taste or use white salt)
fresh ground black pepper (I use lots!)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (or more if desired)

Steps:

In a Dutch oven melt the butter over medium heat.
Add in the onion, thyme, chili flakes, bell pepper and saffron (if using) cook for about 8-10 minutes or until the onions are lightly browned (add in the garlic and sliced mushrooms the last 3 minutes of cooking).
Add in the rinsed barley (I just wash the barley under cold water in a metal strainer) and saute for about 5 minutes, mixing with a wooden spoon.
Carefully add in the broth and season with seasoned salt and black pepper; mix to combine.
Bring to a simmer, and boil lightly for 10 minutes on top of stove.
Set oven to 350 degrees.
After 10 minutes of simmering on top of the stove, cover and place in the oven.
Cook for about 45 minutes, or until the barley is at desired tenderness, if you prefer a softer barley, then cook for a longer time.
Add in Parmesan cheese and mix until the cheese has melted.
Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1271.2, Fat 110.4, SaturatedFat 47.6, Cholesterol 165.1, Sodium 201.8, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 5.2, Protein 22.7

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