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Hearty Cozy Veggie Barley Soup for Ultimate Comfort Food

Cozy Vegetable Barley Soup
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Warm up with this hearty veggie barley soup packed with wholesome ingredients for ultimate comfort food Savor coziness in every delicious spoonful

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste

    • Instructions

  • Rinse the pearl barley under cold water and set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until the veggies start to soften.
  • Add the rinsed barley, canned tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth. If using, add the bay leaf. Stir well.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until barley is tender.
  • In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the fresh spinach to wilt.
  • Remove the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm.

    • Nutrition

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