Granny's Lentil Barley Soup
2 T olive oil
2 c chopped onions
2 c diced carrots
1 T minced garlic
1-2 t ground cumin
1 c dried lentils
4 c chicken broth
1 can (28 oz.) plum tomatoes, chopped,
with their juices
1 T brown sugar
1/2 c dried barley
1/2 c chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
1. Heat oil in large, heavy pot over medium high heat. Add onions and carrots; cook, stirring
occasionally, for 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes, stirring. Add cumin and cook 1
minute longer.
2. Add the lentils, chicken broth, tomatoes, and brown sugar. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce
heat slightly, and cook 5 minutes, partially covered. Add the barley, cover partially, and cook
45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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