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    Barley Risotto w/ Caramelized Leeks


    Source of Recipe


    Cooking Light


    List of Ingredients


    • 2 Tbsp olive oil
    • 3 cups chopped leek (about 3 large)
    • 3 cups sliced cremini mushrooms (about 8 ounces)
    • 1 cup uncooked pearl barley
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
    • 2 (14-ounce) cans fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
    • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh flat leaf parsley


    Instructions


    1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks; cook 20 minutes or until tender and golden, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add barley, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in parsley.


    Final Comments


    6 servings

 

 

 


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