Comforting Mushroom Barley Soup- a creamy and flavorful soup made with dried mushroom broth. (vegan)
I think with the way this week has been going, we are all in need of a little extra comfort.
Whether it be from holding those we love close or from a nice, warm bowl of soup.
To me, nothing says comfort like a satisfying creamy soup with tender barley and savory mushrooms. Between the dried mushroom broth and tamari, this one is packed full of umami flavor that is sure to leave you feeling satiated.
To start, you’ll need to chop the veggies, cook the barley and soak the dried mushrooms in hot water. The mushrooms smell pretty amazing so don’t be surprised if it draws some attention to the kitchen.
After that you cook the veggies, boil with the broth and mushroom liquid so that they absorb all of those delicious flavors. Then you pour in the milk with the barley and it’s good to go!
This soup is super creamy and satisfying. I like to enjoy it with a small salad and a crusty piece of bread. I hope you enjoy!
Yield: 4 bowls
Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 30
Total Time: 45
In a medium size pot, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add the barley, reduce to a simmer and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until tender.
In a measuring cup, add the dried mushrooms to one cup hot water and allow to soak for at least 20 minutes. While they’re soaking, warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the onion for about three or four minutes, until translucent.
Next toss in the chopped kale, garlic and carrots. Cook for about five more minutes then add the diced mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt & pepper, stir together and cook for another five minutes.
Once the dried mushrooms are done soaking, separate them from the liquid (reserve the liquid) and transfer to a surface for cutting. Pick out any hard pieces, chop them up then add them to the large pot. Add the bay leaf and pour in the reserved mushroom liquid and 4 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.
Pour the milk and soy sauce into the pot then stir in the cooked barley. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes, until heated through.
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Nutrition Facts are for 1/4th of recipe
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