Delicious Tomato Barley Soup Recipe

Enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of tomato barley soup, filled with hearty vegetables and tender barley. This delicious soup is easy to make and perfect for those cozy winter days. The combination of tomatoes, barley, and aromatic spices creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that will leave you wanting more. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup pearl barley
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 (14-ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. Stir in the pearl barley, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
5. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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