Porcini, Potato And Barley Soup – House Beautiful
Description
This Mediterranean soup features Dried porcini mushrooms 2 oz Coarsely chopped prosciutto, Hot water 1/2 c Barley, Olive oil 7 c To 8 C beef broth, may be, Finely chopped onions -half canned. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. Comforting for cold days and perfect for meal prep. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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into 1/2-inch cubes, -parsley, oregano, marjoram -about 1 1/2 C -or mint for
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garnish In a small bowl,
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soak mushrooms in water for at least 20 minutes, or until ready to use.
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In a 4- to 6-quart heavy-bottomed stockpot,
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heat oil over medium
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heat and saute the onion, stirring occasionally until limp but not brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
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Add carrots and celery and saute, stirring occasionally until the vegetables begin to brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.
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Drain mushrooms, reserving liquid, and coarsely chop.
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Stir mushrooms into the pot and saute 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add potatoes, prosciutto, barley, 7 C broth and pepper.
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Pass the reserved mushroom liquid through a coffee filter or fine strainer lined with cheesecloth and
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add to the mixture.
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Raise the heat to high, cover stockpot, and bring to a boil.
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heat to
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simmer , partially
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cover and
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cook for 1 hour or until barley is very tender and the soup is thick.
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Correct seasoning if necessary.
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Allow soup to rest for a few hours or up to a few days before serving.
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Soup will thicken as it stands.
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Before serving, bring the soup back to a simmer.
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If it is too thick, thin it with remaining broth or water.
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Serve very hot in deep or flat bowls, sprinkled with a chopped herb if desired-mint is surprisingly appropriate
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 143.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.8g12%
- Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 60.4mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.7g6%
- Dietary Fiber 4.1g17%
- Sugars 7.0g
- Protein 2.3g5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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