SLOW COOKER BEAN AND BARLEY SOUP

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This soup is packed with protein. It's a great, healthy way to have a hearty soup.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup dried multi-bean mix, picked through and rinsed
1/2 cup pearled barley
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
6 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 leek, light green and white parts rinsed and sliced
One 14-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups baby spinach
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, for garnish
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, for garnish
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, for garnish
Crushed red pepper, for garnish
Balsamic vinegar or lemon juice, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine 6 cups of water, the beans, barley, Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, carrots, celery, leeks, tomatoes, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and some pepper in a slow cooker insert. Cook on low for 8 hours. When ready to serve, stir in the spinach until it wilts. If the soup looks too thick, add a little more water. Divide evenly among six bowls.
  • Garnish each bowl with 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan, basil, olive oil and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Drizzle some balsamic vinegar or lemon juice over the top.

Dominique Kilian
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I will definitely be making this soup again.


Gladis Amaya
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


sarsora
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I love that this soup is made with simple, wholesome ingredients.


Felicia Patrick
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal.


Andrew Thomas
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I wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and filling.


Joseph Glasser
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I highly recommend it!


Wifi Zone
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


richard roberts
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans.


Dulce Grimaldo
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I'm not a big fan of barley, but I loved this soup! The barley was cooked perfectly and added a nice texture.


jonathan chapman
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This soup is the perfect comfort food on a cold winter day.


chelsea whiteside
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've added different vegetables, beans, and grains, and it always turns out great.


Jayden Ruiz
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so easy to throw everything in the slow cooker and come home to a delicious, hearty meal.


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