BARLEY RISOTTO WITH SPINACH AND PARMESAN

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A Satisfying Barley Dish from the South Beach Diet's "Daily Dish" (Phase 2). This warm and wonderful one-pot dish is a perfect addition to any meal, will help fill you up and boost your fiber intake. It can also be made in advance to accommodate a busy schedule.

Provided by WendyMaq

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3/4 cup barley
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Warm oil in large, heavy nonstick saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook 4 minutes, stirring. Add barley and thyme; stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Add 1 cup of the broth; bring to a simmer. Cook 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Stir in remaining 3 cups broth. Cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add spinach, breaking up chunks with a wooden spoon. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, until warmed through and barley is tender yet chewy. Serve hot, garnished with cheese.

Collin Magazman
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I will definitely be making this barley risotto again!


HP Najmul
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This barley risotto was a bit bland for my taste.


Abuchi Ugwu
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this barley risotto, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was easy to make and turned out delicious!


AMINU ABDULKADIR
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This barley risotto was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Anik Val
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This barley risotto was a bit too creamy for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Lavin Hadi khalid
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this barley risotto, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was easy to make and turned out delicious!


Meng Mobile
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This barley risotto was delicious! The barley was cooked perfectly and the spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Nagina ali
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This barley risotto was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. However, the texture was good and the spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor.


Dwayne G
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I love risotto, and this barley risotto was no exception. The barley was cooked perfectly and the spinach and Parmesan added a delicious touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


Micheal Afrane Obeng
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This barley risotto was a bit too creamy for my taste. I think it would have been better with less cream. However, the flavor was good and the spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch.


Dareen Yosuf
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this barley risotto, but I was pleasantly surprised. The barley was cooked perfectly and the spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Omri Moore
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I'm a big fan of risotto, and this barley risotto was one of the best I've ever had. The barley was cooked perfectly and the spinach and Parmesan added a delicious touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again!


Milan Pavlov
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This was a great recipe! The barley risotto was easy to make and turned out delicious. The spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Banjade Rajan
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I followed the recipe exactly and my risotto turned out perfect! It was creamy and flavorful. The barley was cooked perfectly and the spinach and Parmesan added a delicious touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Sphesihle Dan
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This barley risotto was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. However, the texture was good and the spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor.


TheRobo Meep
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I made this risotto for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The barley was cooked perfectly and the spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Saeedbhutto Saeedbhutto
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This was my first time making risotto, and it turned out great! The barley was cooked perfectly, and the spinach and Parmesan added a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Steven Aldridge
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I'm not usually a fan of barley, but this risotto changed my mind. The barley was cooked perfectly and had a great texture. The spinach and Parmesan added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Bokyangana
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This barley risotto was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was just perfect. The barley had a nice chewy texture, and the spinach and Parmesan added a pop of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again!