FRUGAL GOURMET'S BARLEY & MUSHROOM CASSEROLE
I was well into my twenties before I 'discovered' barley, and have loved it ever since. It is inexpensive, versatile, hearty and very good, with a slightly nutty flavor. This casserole can serve as either a side OR main dish; it is filling and satisfying. Although you probably won't miss the meat, you can add cooked chicken,...
Provided by Martha Price
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.
- 2. Melt the butter in a 2-quart stove-top covered casserole. Add the garlic and onion and saute over moderately low heat until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute over modeerate heat until the mushrooms are golden, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Add the barley and basil to the mushroom mixture, and toss lightly, then pour in the chicken stock and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 4. Slowly bring the casserole to a boil, then remove it from the heat. Cover the casserole and bake in the oven until the barley is tender, about 45 to 50 minutes. Before serving, add the chopped parsley and toss gently. Serve piping hot.
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