"This is from a very old cookbook I have that was given to me by my wonderful Mother for Christmas one year. Krupnik is a thick Polish soup made from vegetable or beef broth/stock and this soup is often served as a meal in itself. I have not made this yet, but over the years have made a very similar recipe with lamb shanks ~ which is a recipe that my grandmother and mother used."

Original is 5 servings

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Step 1

Soak the barley in water overnight.

Step 2

Drain and simmer in 500 ml of the stock for 1 1/2 hours.

Step 3

In a large pan, heat the oil and lightly fry the onion. Add the barley and its liquid, the rest of the stock, carrots, parsnips, celery, potatoes, mushrooms and bay leaf. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.