Best 7 Confetti Barley And Sausage Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our featured dish: Confetti Barley and Sausage. This vibrant and flavorful recipe combines the goodness of hearty barley, savory sausage, and an array of colorful vegetables. The confetti-like appearance comes from a medley of chopped bell peppers, zucchini, and corn, adding a delightful crunch and sweetness to each bite.

Barley, an ancient grain known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture, takes center stage in this dish. Its high fiber content ensures a satisfying and wholesome meal. Succulent sausage, browned to perfection, infuses the dish with a savory and smoky aroma. The vegetables, with their vibrant colors and distinct flavors, provide a delightful contrast to the barley and sausage.

Our recipe collection offers variations to suit diverse preferences. For a classic rendition, try the original Confetti Barley and Sausage recipe. If you prefer a vegetarian option, the Vegetarian Confetti Barley and Sausage recipe replaces the sausage with flavorful mushrooms, delivering a meaty texture and umami taste.

For those who enjoy a bit of spice, the Spicy Confetti Barley and Sausage recipe adds a kick of heat with the inclusion of chili powder and cayenne pepper. And for a lighter version, the Confetti Barley and Sausage Soup recipe transforms the dish into a comforting and flavorful soup, perfect for chilly evenings.

Each recipe is accompanied by detailed instructions, ensuring culinary success for both experienced and novice cooks. The vibrant colors and enticing flavors of Confetti Barley and Sausage are sure to make it a favorite among family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a delicious adventure!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUSAGE-BARLEY CASSEROLE



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This is the perfect dish for a cool winter evening. It uses a grain which is usually reserved for baking but it is perfect in this casserole.-Mary Beth Jung, Hendersonville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced
1 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Saute sausage until lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside. Add remaining butter; saute barley, vegetables and garlic until barley is lightly browned. Return sausage to pan. Add water, tomatoes and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat until liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 24g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 1246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SAUSAGE BARLEY SOUP



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This is a nice soup recipe with a lot of texture and flavor. It is a welcome change for those weeks when there doesn't seem to be a lot of variety... and all 3 of my kids even loved it. This can also be cooked in a pan on the stove until the barley and carrot are tender, but I prefer the slow cooker method. The flavors seem to blend better.

Provided by MRSARAB

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound Italian sausage
½ cup diced onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 (48 fluid ounce) can chicken broth
1 large carrot, sliced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
¼ cup uncooked pearl barley

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, onion, and garlic until the sausage is evenly brown. Season with Italian seasoning. Remove from heat, and drain.
  • In a slow cooker, mix the sausage mixture, chicken broth, carrot, spinach, and barley.
  • Cover, and cook 4 hours on High or 6 to 8 hours on Low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 53.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 2721.7 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

SAUSAGE, BEAN & BARLEY SOUP RECIPE



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Take just 15 minutes to prep this barley soup recipe. This Sausage, Bean & Barley Soup Recipe will taste like you spent your whole Sunday making it!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg. (13 oz) OSCAR MAYER Natural Uncured Kielbasa Sausage, thinly sliced
5 cups water
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) great Northern beans, rinsed
1 can (14 -/2 oz.) stewed tomatoes, undrained
2 stalks celery, sliced
2 carrots, coarsely chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley, uncooked
2 tsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves

Steps:

  • Bring ingredients to boil in Dutch oven or small stockpot; cover.
  • Simmer on medium-low heat 15 min. or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 6 g

CONFETTI BEEF 'N BARLEY SALAD



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Any occasion feels festive with this Confetti Beef 'n Barley Salad-thanks to the colorful bell peppers, tomatoes and oranges.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 qt. (4 cups) water
1 cup pearl barley, uncooked
1/2 cup A.1. Bold & Spicy Sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
2 Tbsp. HEINZ Red Wine Vinegar
2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp. orange zest
1 boneless beef round steak (1 lb.), cooked, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped yellow peppers
4 green onions, sliced
1 navel orange, sliced, halved
1 large tomato, sliced, halved

Steps:

  • Bring water and barley to boil in large saucepan on medium-high heat; cover. Simmer on low heat 45 to 55 min. or until barley is tender; drain. Cool.
  • Whisk next 6 ingredients until blended. Combine barley, meat, peppers and onion in large bowl. Add steak sauce mixture; mix lightly. Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Spoon barley mixture onto platter; top with oranges and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

CONFETTI SPAGHETTI



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It's not uncommon for folks to go back for second helpings of this hearty main dish when I share it at church potluck suppers. The combination of ground beef, noodles, cheese and a zippy tomato sauce is a crowd-pleaser. -Katherine Moss, Gaffney, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in next 8 ingredients. Drain spaghetti; add to beef mixture. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

BARLEY SAUSAGE



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Make and share this Barley Sausage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NovaLee

Categories     Chicken

Time 27m

Yield 4 sausages

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces chicken breasts, diced with skin
1 cup cooked barley
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup oregano leaves
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place all ingredient in a food processor and process until thoroughly combined but still chunky Place the mixture in a piping bag.
  • Spread a sheet of large plastic wrap out on a moistened table and pipe out a large bead of the sausage filling.
  • Leave several inches of plastic wrap empty on either side of the sausage.
  • Roll up the plastic wrap carefully,try to avoid forming air bubbles inside the plastic.
  • Grasp both ends of the plastic wrap and twirl the works repeatedly until the plastic tightens around the sausage.
  • If any air pockets form prick them with a pin.
  • Tie off both ends of the plastic then tie off the sausage at regular intervals forming links.
  • Poach the plastic wrapped links in simmering water for 5-7 minutes,depending on thickness then immersing them in ice cold water.
  • cut off plastic wrap and squeeze out sausage reheat them by browning them in a bit of butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 38.2, Sodium 222.4, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 17

CONFETTI BARLEY PILAF



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This pilaf is both colorful and tasty," says Kris Erickson from Everett, Washington. "The slightly chewy texture of the barley, the tender vegetables and lively spices make it special enough for company. I love to cook and experiment in the kitchen-especially with grains and veggies."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup coarsely shredded cabbage
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2-1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add barley; saute for 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add the mushrooms, carrot, cabbage, red pepper, basil and oregano. Cook and stir until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes., Stir in broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Cook the barley according to package directions: The cooking time for barley can vary depending on the type of barley you are using. Be sure to follow the instructions on the package to ensure that the barley is cooked properly.
  • Brown the sausage: Browning the sausage will help to develop its flavor and add a nice texture to the dish. Be sure to cook the sausage over medium heat so that it doesn't burn.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables that you like, such as carrots, celery, onions, or zucchini.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices as desired.

Conclusion:

Confetti barley and sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The barley is cooked in a flavorful broth with sausage, vegetables, and herbs. The dish is then topped with a confetti of chopped parsley, chives, and red pepper flakes. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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