Best 8 Barley And Mushrooms With Beans Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our diverse selection of barley and mushroom recipes, each featuring a unique blend of textures and tastes. From the classic combination of barley and mushrooms to creative variations incorporating beans, lentils, and vegetables, our collection offers a symphony of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a protein-packed meal or a meat lover looking for a meatless option, our recipes cater to your dietary preferences. Discover the perfect balance of chewiness and tenderness in our barley dishes, complemented by the earthy umami of mushrooms. Dive into the comforting embrace of our slow-cooked stews, brimming with tender barley, succulent mushrooms, and a chorus of aromatic spices. Relish the vibrant medley of colors and textures in our vibrant salads, where barley and mushrooms join forces with crisp vegetables and tangy dressings. With our comprehensive guide, you'll embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the versatility and deliciousness of barley and mushrooms.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP RECIPE



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Hearty mushrooms, chopped vegetables, and tender pearl barley make up this simple and satisfying mushroom barley soup. As comforting as your favorite deli's barley soup, but with even more flavor and a subtle smoky finish! Vegan and Mediterranean diet friendly.

Provided by Suzy

Categories     Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek EVOO)
16 oz baby bella mushrooms, cleaned well and halved or sliced
Kosher salt
1 yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
8 oz white mushrooms, cleaned and chopped
½ cup canned crushed tomatoes
Black pepper
1 tsp coriander
½ tsp to ¾ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
6 cups low-sodium broth (vegetable broth or beef broth)
1 cup pearl barley rinsed
½ cup packed chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch Oven, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add baby bell mushrooms and cook until mushrooms soften and gain some color (about 5 minutes or so). Remove from the pot and set aside for now.
  • In the same pot, add a little more extra virgin olive oil. Add onions, garlic, celery, carrots, and chopped white mushrooms. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Now, add crushed tomatoes and spices (coriander, smoked paprika, cumin). Cook for 3 minutes or so, tossing regularly.
  • Add broth and pearl barley. Bring to a rolling boil for 5 minutes, then turn heat down. Cover and let simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes or until the barley is tender and cooked through.
  • Add the cooked bella mushrooms back to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for about 5 minutes or so until mushrooms are well warmed through.
  • Finish with fresh parsley. Transfer to serving bowls and enjoy!

MUSHROOM BARLEY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 sliced onions in 2 tablespoons olive oil until caramelized, 20 to 25 minutes. Saute 3/4 pound sliced cremini mushrooms in 2 tablespoons butter. Cook 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking barley in chicken broth as the label directs, then toss with the mushrooms, onions, some dill and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 544 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SLOW-COOKER BEAN AND BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried multi-bean mix or Great Northern beans, picked over and rinsed
1/2 cup pearl barley
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
2 ribs celery, roughly chopped
1/2 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons dried Italian herb blend
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, crumbled if large, optional
One 14-ounce can whole tomatoes, with juice
3 cups cleaned baby spinach leaves (about 3 ounces)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Put 6 cups water, the beans, barley, garlic, carrots, celery, onions, bay leaf, 11/2 tablespoons salt, herb blend, some pepper and porcini mushrooms (if using) in a slow cooker. Squeeze the tomatoes through your hands over the pot to break them down, and add with their juices. Cover and cook on high until the beans are quite tender and the soup is thick, about 8 hours.
  • Add the spinach and cheese, and stir until the spinach wilts, about 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and drizzle each serving with vinegar and olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 2693 milligrams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 11 grams

BARLEY AND MUSHROOMS



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I serve this with baked chicken, particularly when we want a change from rice dishes.-Carol Funk, Richard, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add water, bouillon, salt and pepper; mix well. bring to a boil. Add barley and parsley. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 80-90 minutes or until the barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts :

BARLEY WITH MUSHROOMS AND GREEN BEANS



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This dish, with hearty mushrooms and a soupy sauce, is a great way to get whole grain into your diet. It would make a fabulous side dish for a roast beef or roasted chicken. If olive oil is substituted for the butter, this will be vegan. Adapted from a recipe by Aida Mollencamp. http://bit.ly/fAC307

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 6 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup pearl barley
3 tablespoons unsalted butter or 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped red onion
salt
fresh ground black pepper
12 ounces button mushrooms or 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, stems removed then sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/2 cup dry white wine
12 ounces green beans, trimmed and sliced 1/2 inch thick on the bias
2 cups mushroom broth
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Bring 1 qt water and 2 tbsp kosher salt to a boil in a medium pot. Add barley and cook 15-20 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. When foaming subsides, add onion. Season with salt and pepper and cook until soft and translucent, 3-5 minutes. Add mushrooms, increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring only occasionally, until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add wine and scrape up any fond (browned bits) stuck to bottom of pan.
  • Add green beans and mushroom broth. Correct seasoning with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until beans are fork-tender, 5-8 minutes. Add cooked barley and stir until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Add remaining butter, parsley and more salt and pepper if needed. Stir well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.7, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 13.6, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 6.6

BAKED MUSHROOMS AND WHITE BEANS WITH BUTTERY BREAD CRUMBS



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Not really a ragout and not quite a gratin, this hearty meatless casserole has it all: deeply browned mushrooms, creamy white beans, salty feta and crisp bread crumbs. The result is rich, comforting and perfect for a cold night in. Fresh bread crumbs are worth making or seeking out for texture's sake, but panko will also work nicely. Toss the bread crumbs with melted butter, then briefly broil them for a golden, crunchy topping, a nice contrast to the dish's silkiness. Paired with a bright salad and a hunk of good bread, this dish works well as a vegetarian main course, or as a companion to sausages and other roasted meats.

Provided by Colu Henry

Categories     easy, beans, casseroles, one pot, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound mixed mushrooms, such as cremini, shiitake or oyster, torn or roughly chopped into bite-size pieces
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 (15-ounce) can white beans (such as cannellini or great Northern), drained and rinsed
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
1 cup vegetable stock, chicken stock or water
2 tablespoons roughly chopped Italian parsley
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup fresh, coarse bread crumbs or panko
Kosher salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Prepare the mushrooms: In a large (12-inch) ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until they begin to brown and crisp around the edges, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the butter, shallot, garlic and thyme, and stir until the shallot has softened slightly and the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Season with salt.
  • Turn off the heat and stir the white beans into the skillet. Toss until combined, then top evenly with feta. Add the stock and bake until the stock is slightly bubbling and the feta has slightly softened, 13 to 15 minutes.
  • While the beans bake, make your bread crumbs: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Turn off the heat, add the crumbs and toss until evenly covered with butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove the mushroom mixture from the oven and turn on the broil setting. Top the mushrooms and beans with the bread crumbs, then broil until the bread crumbs are golden and the feta is crisp on the edges, 1 to 2 minutes. (Don't walk away!) Scatter with parsley and serve directly from the pan.

CREAMY MUSHROOM, BARLEY AND LIMA BEAN SOUP



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There is nothing better than a nice big bowl of homemade creamy mushroom and barley soup with some lima beans. Using a slow cooking crock pot for this recipe makes it a very easy one to make and enjoy.

Provided by SkipperSy

Time 4h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 portabella mushroom (two small or one big one)
8 ounces white button mushrooms (small package)
1 carrot (medium size)
3 cups beef stock (can or beef cubes)
1/4 cup barley
2 tablespoons margarine (or butter)
2 tablespoons basil leaves (fresh basil finely chopped)
1/8 teaspoon dried sage
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix
1 pinch white pepper
1/4 cup lima beans (frozen)
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup bristol cream, Harveys
1/4 lb swiss cheese
1/4 cup basil (slightly chopped) or 1/4 cup arugula leaf (slightly chopped)

Steps:

  • PREPARATION:.
  • Cut the stems off the portabella mushrooms, slice into ¼ inch thin pieces and then cut each in half, set aside.
  • Clean the white button mushrooms and slice into big pieces, set aside.
  • Clean the carrot and then cut into diagonal slices, set aside.
  • Cut into thin slices the swiss cheese and set aside.
  • COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:.
  • This recipe is based on using a slow cooking crock pot set to 4 hours, high/fast cooking and will depend on you model crock pot; Step #1, 2 hours cooking time, Step #2, 1 1/2 hours cooking time and Step #3, ½ hours cooking time.
  • Step #1- In a crock pot add the stock, barley, portabella mushrooms, carrots , margarine, 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil leaves, sage, thyme, garlic salt, Mrs. Dash, pinch of white pepper, a quick stir and cook for 2 hours.
  • Step #2- Next add the white button mushrooms and lima beans, a quick stir and cook for 1 ½ hours.
  • Step #3- Next add the half & half cream, Harvey's Bristol Cream, a quick stir and cook for ½ hour.
  • Ladle soup into individual bowls, topped with some swiss cheese and place in a microwave for about 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
  • Finally add some chopped basil/arugula leaves on top of each individual bowl and serve.
  • Enjoy!
  • NOTES:.
  • You can serve this soup with a bowl of sour cream on the side and allow guests to add to their soup as desired.
  • This soup can be served for as a main meal in the evening or for a hearty nice lunch as well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 852.8, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.9, Protein 14.8

WHITE BEAN, SPINACH, AND BARLEY STEW



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This filling vegetarian stew is great year-round. Serve with a dry Chardonnay and crusty bread.

Provided by SpicyBoston

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked pearl barley
3 cups water
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
¾ cup small fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
2 tablespoons white wine
1 (15.5 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups fresh spinach
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring the barley and water to a boil in a pot. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 30 minutes, or until tender.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic until tender. Season with rosemary. Mix the mushrooms, yellow bell pepper, and wine into the pot, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked barley, beans, tomatoes, and spinach. Season with red pepper flakes. Continue cooking 10 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.3 g, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 123.5 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • Soak the barley: Soaking the barley overnight or for at least 4 hours will help to reduce the cooking time and make it more digestible.
  • Use a variety of mushrooms: This recipe calls for cremini mushrooms, but you can use any type of mushroom you like. Some good options include shiitake, oyster, or portobello mushrooms.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the mushrooms, be sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Season to taste: This recipe is a good starting point, but you may want to adjust the seasonings to your own taste. Some good options include adding more garlic, herbs, or spices.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This barley and mushrooms with beans recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try!

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