Tomato, Vegetable, Spinach, and Barley Soup
Recipe: #9594
May 15, 2013
"A play off of the classic tomato soup. This takes a little time to prepare all the vegetables; but, it is really easy. It is thick and hearty; and, also vegetarian - which makes for a great "Meatless Monday" night. Also, it is a great summer soup, with tons of flavor, and very filling; using all fresh Farmers Market vegetables. I personally love soup anytime of the year; especially in the summer - served along side a grilled cheese sandwich or small salad for a delicious dinner."
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
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Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (618.9 g)
- Calories 281.1
- Total Fat - 6.7 g
- Saturated Fat - 1 g
- Cholesterol - 1.1 mg
- Sodium - 1024.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 36.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 6.2 g
- Sugars - 8.4 g
- Protein - 20.7 g
- Calcium - 191.3 mg
- Iron - 4.5 mg
- Vitamin C - 22.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Barley ... Add the barley to a bowl of cold water and let it soak a few minutes as you prepare the vegetables.
Step 2
Base ... Add the olive oil to a large pot and bring to medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, peppers, garlic, a pinch of red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; and, saute until slightly tender, stirring often. You want to saute the vegetables a good 5-8 minutes until tender.
Step 3
Then, add the stewed tomatoes, broth, wine, bay leaves, all purpose seasoning, and a another pinch of salt and pepper. Note: To break up the tomatoes; just add them to a bowl and use your hands to crush them. I find this the easiest way. You can also use a potato masher or scissors.
Step 4
Barley ... Drain the barley, and set to the side. Bring the soup up to a medium high boil (medium high heat); and, add the barley. Continue to cook on high heat for a couple of minutes, stirring often; then reduce to medium low heat, and simmer for 30-45 minutes, until the barley is tender. During this time, check is any additional salt and pepper is necessary.
Step 5
Serve and ENJOY! ... Right before serving, remove the bay leaves, add the basil and spinach and stir to combine. It is rich, thick, and delicious! Garnish with a drizzle of "good" olive oil, a slice of crusty bread, and grated pecorino romano cheese.
Tips
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