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Vegetable Barley Soup
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 12
People always comment on the wonderful flavor and are often surprised to hear that a tough of mint is added to the broth.—Mary Kay Dixson, Decatur, Alabama
Ingredients:
1-1/2 quarts beef broth
1 can (46 ounces) v8 juice
2 cups water
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced peeled potato
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
1 to 2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon dried mint
parmesan cheese, optional
Directions:
1. In a large kettle or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients except the cheese; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 hours. Top each serving with cheese if desired. Yield: 12-14 servings (3-1/4 quarts).
By RecipeOfHealth.com