Barley with Sweet Red Pepper and Peas |
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Prep Time: 6 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 26 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Using quick-cooking barley cuts the cook-time for this recipe in half. Barley is an excellent source of fiber. Ingredients:
cooking spray |
1 teaspoon olive oil |
1/2 cup chopped celery |
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper |
2 1/3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth |
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley |
1/2 teaspoon dried basil |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon black pepper |
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add celery and bell pepper; sauté 5 minutes. Add broth, and bring to a boil. Add barley and next 3 ingredients; stir well. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 to 17 minutes or until barley is tender. Stir in peas; remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.
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