Mushroom Barley Soup
			
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				Serves			 4 
		
		
		
		
		
	Barley is high in fiber, recommended for diverticulosis. If the soup becomes thick the next day, you can thin it out with some broth or water.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. 
- Cook carrots and onion, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. 
- Add ham and cook stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes and barley. 
- Bring pot to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered, until barley is tender, about 20 minutes. 

 
	
Ben ()
Fabulous, easy soup. Of course I added some garlic and a bit of salt n pepper. New mainstay in my recipe book