Mushroom Barley Soup

recipe

• Step 1
  Peel & slice the carrots lengthwise. Dice into 1/4 inch half-moons.
• Step 2
  Clean & dice the celery into ¼ inch half-moons.
• Step 3
  Peel & small dice the onion. Clean & slice the mushrooms if needed.
• Step 4
  Heat a drizzle of oil in a pot over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, onion, salt & pepper. Sauté for 3-4 min, until the vegetables begin to soften.
• Step 5
  Add in the sliced mushrooms. Stir & cook for 1 more min. Pour in the barley & broth. Mix & bring it to a boil. Lower to a simmer & cover. Cook for 10-12 min until the barley is tender.
• Step 6
  Uncover & stir in soy sauce. Season with more pepper. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if you have! Enjoy!