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Mushroom, Leek & Pearl Barley Soup
A deeply savoury, slow-built soup with mixed mushrooms, leeks, and chewy pearl barley.
Method
- 1Soften leeks and garlic in oil; add mushrooms and thyme; cook 8 min.
- 2Add barley, stock, porcini and their soaking liquid, and bay.
- 3Simmer 35 min until barley is tender.
- 4Season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper; discard bay.
Why it might be useful today
A gentler plate for days when digestion is already taking up space.
Barley is a traditional wholegrain with a satisfying chew; this soup thickens naturally as it stands and becomes even better the next day.
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