Barley casserole is a hearty and savory dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side. Barley is a versatile grain that is packed with fiber and nutrients, and it cooks up into a tender and chewy texture that is perfect for casseroles. It is combined with mushrooms, a variety of vegetables, and a creamy sauce to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. With its easy preparation and delicious taste, barley casserole is a great option for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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MUSHROOM BARLEY CASSEROLE
A dear friend shared this recipe with me years ago. My family enjoys it with meat dishes as a substitute for potatoes. It's great to take to a potluck for a dish to pass, but be prepared to also pass along the recipe! -Melba Cleveland, Groveland, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small skillet, saute barley and onion in butter for 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Transfer to an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Stir in the mushrooms, almonds, soup mix and parsley. Add 3 cups broth. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until barley is tender, adding more broth if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
MUSHROOM BARLEY
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 2 sliced onions in 2 tablespoons olive oil until caramelized, 20 to 25 minutes. Saute 3/4 pound sliced cremini mushrooms in 2 tablespoons butter. Cook 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking barley in chicken broth as the label directs, then toss with the mushrooms, onions, some dill and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 544 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams
PEARL BARLEY CASSEROLE
This is a very tasty way to serve a very healthy grain that is often overlooked. I never use the mushrooms as I don't care for them and often add chopped carrots, red pepper, or grated zucchini.
Provided by Pjaros
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a 1 1/2-quart Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium heat and cook onion until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Add celery and cook until starting to soften, stirring often, about 5 more minutes. Mix barley into the vegetables and stir until coated with butter. Fold mushrooms and green pepper into barley mixture; season to taste with salt and black pepper. Pour chicken broth into barley mixture and bring to a boil; cover casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until barley is nearly tender, about 30 minutes; uncover casserole dish and bake barley until most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 more minutes. Adjust salt and black pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.5 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 96.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
BARLEY CASSEROLE WITH MUSHROOMS
Serve this barley casserole with beef, chicken, or fish instead of rice or potatoes. It's simple to put together and bakes in the oven along with the beef, chicken, or fish. Saves time and energy when you can bake two or more dishes at the same time.
Provided by PJ's kitchen
Categories Side Dish Casseroles
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a covered casserole dish with butter.
- Heat 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and celery until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add barley and cook until slightly brown, about 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and mushrooms into the prepared casserole dish. Spoon in barley mixture and blend well.
- Bake in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender, 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 12.7 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 479.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
BARLEY MUSHROOM CASSEROLE
Make and share this barley mushroom casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by chia2160
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- preheat oven to 350.
- on stovetop in a dutch oven melt butter and add sugar and onion, stirring.
- cover and cook on medium heat 25 minutes until carmelized, stirring often add barley, stir to coat, remove from heat.
- add remaining ingredients, stir, cover and bake in oven 1 hour until barley is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 214.5, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 10.3, Sugar 5.2, Protein 8.8
MUSHROOM-BARLEY CASSEROLE
This is a recipe that I had and lost many years ago, I found it recently and wanted to post it for safe-keeping. If you love barley, you'll love this simple side dish!
Provided by Chef53Kathy
Categories Grains
Time 2h10m
Yield 1 2 qt.casserols, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a 2 quart buttered casserole dish and bake for 2-2 1/2 hours. The barley will not looked cooked until it's almost done.
LAMB, MUSHROOM, AND BARLEY CASSEROLE
Something to make when you have some leftover roast or shanks, this is a meal-in-one dish that can be eaten right from the individual small casserole dish it is baked in.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Simmer the barley in a small pot with most of the lamb broth, checking occasionally to see that the liquid has not boiled away, and adding more as needed. After 35-40 minutes, most of the liquid should be absorbed and the barley tender. Set aside. Meanwhile, heat the butter or oil in a small pan, and sauté the shallot until wilted. Add the mushrooms, and cook for 3-4 minutes, tossing occasionally. Splash in some white wine, and cook to reduce a little. Fill the bottom of a one-serving casserole with half the barley, then the mushrooms and lamb pieces, and finally the rest of the barley, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper and the herbs. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs on top, and drizzle a little olive oil over it. Bake in a preheated 350° oven for 20 minutes.
BARLEY AND MUSHROOMS
I serve this with baked chicken, particularly when we want a change from rice dishes.-Carol Funk, Richard, Saskatchewan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a saucepan, saute onion and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add water, bouillon, salt and pepper; mix well. bring to a boil. Add barley and parsley. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 80-90 minutes or until the barley is tender.
Nutrition Facts :
BARLEY CASSEROLE
Provided by James Beard
Categories Mushroom Onion Side Bake High Fiber Casserole/Gratin Barley Winter House & Garden Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice the mushroom caps and chop the stems. Heat the butter in a skillet and add the chopped onion. Cook for 3 or 4 minutes and add the mushrooms. Cook another 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the barley and brown it lightly, mixing it well with the onions and mushrooms. Season to taste with salt and pepper and pour into a buttered casserole. Add enough boiling broth to cover the mixture and come 1/2" above it. Cover the casserole tightly and bake in a 350°F. oven for 25 minutes. Taste the barley for doneness. Add more broth, if necessary, and continue cooking until the liquid is absorbed and the barley tender. Serve as an accompaniment to duck, game, goose, squab and other kinds of poultry - wherever you would use wild rice.
- Variations
- Add finely slivered buttered almonds to the barley just before serving.
- Cook chicken gizzards in a well-seasoned broth and use the broth to cook the barley. Add the thinly sliced gizzards at the last minute.
- Add sautéd chicken livers and some chopped fresh parsley to the barley casserole just before serving.
- Substitute 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions for the onion and add 1/4 cup finely chopped celery and 3/4 cup thinly sliced water chestnuts. Season the broth with a few dashes of soy sauce. Serve this oriental version of barley casserole topped with a sprinkling of chopped parsley.
Tips:
- Use a variety of mushrooms: This will give your casserole a more complex flavor. Try using a combination of earthy mushrooms like cremini or shiitake, and delicate mushrooms like oyster or chanterelle.
- Cook the mushrooms properly: Mushrooms should be cooked until they are soft and slightly browned. This will bring out their flavor and make them more digestible.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use in your casserole will add a lot of flavor. Use a good quality vegetable or chicken broth, or make your own broth using mushroom trimmings.
- Add some herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can help to enhance the flavor of the casserole. Try adding some thyme, rosemary, sage, or paprika.
- Don't overcook the casserole: Barley is a delicate grain, and it can easily become overcooked. Cook the casserole until the barley is tender but still has a little bit of a bite to it.
Conclusion:
Barley casserole with mushrooms is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a barley casserole that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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