Best 20 Barley Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a hearty and comforting dish that's also packed with flavor? Look no further than barley casserole! This classic dish is a great way to use up leftover barley, and it's also a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. With its creamy sauce, tender barley, and savory vegetables, barley casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PEARL BARLEY CASSEROLE



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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

3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 cup pearl barley
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste

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

MUSHROOM BARLEY CASSEROLE



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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

1 cup medium pearl barley
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3 to 3-1/2 cups chicken broth

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.

BARLEY CASSEROLE



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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

1/2 pound mushrooms
4-5 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped very fine
1 cup pearl barley
Salt, pepper
2-3 cups beef or chicken broth

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.

CHICKEN & BARLEY CASSEROLE



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This is one of my family's favorite recipes. I've typed it here for posterity, as I keep losing my copy at home. You can make this in an electric skillet or in a large skillet on top of the stove. You can also use a cut up chicken, or a package of 6 thighs, or whatever your favorite chicken parts are, in this dish. Instead of frozen artichoke hearts, I've also used marinated ones. Enjoy!

Provided by Michelle Berteig

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 lbs skinless chicken breasts, whole (about 4 pounds total)
salt
pepper
paprika
4 -5 tablespoons butter or 4 -5 tablespoons margarine
1/4 lb sliced mushrooms
1 cup pearl barley
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dry basil
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 (9 ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • In a wide frying pan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the chicken and cook until well browned on both sides. Add a little more butter if needed. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • In the same pan, melt the remaining butter. Add the mushrooms and cook until soft. Remove mushrooms from pan and set aside.
  • Add barley and onion to pan. Cook, stirring, until onion is soft. Add basil and one 14 oz. can chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then cover the pan, reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the mushrooms and arrange the chicken pieces over the barley mixture. Pour the other can of chicken broth and sherry over all. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Gently mix in artichoke hearts and continue to simmer until barley is tender (about 10 more minutes).
  • To serve, skim off any excess fat and sprinkle with parsley.

BARLEY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is a great casserole - low cost, easy and quick preparation, and great taste! You'll be surprised at how good it is - especially suited for fall days.

Provided by Alex Anderson

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices bacon, fat removed and meat finely chopped
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 carrots, diced
12 button mushrooms, quartered
2 ½ cups chicken stock
1 cup barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 bay leaf, crushed
ground black pepper to taste
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 dark meat chicken pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet, fry bacon until browned. Reserve bacon fat for sauteeing chicken later. Add onions and carrots to skillet and saute 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, stock, barley, thyme, marjoram, parsley, bay leaf and pepper to taste. Mix all together and spread mixture in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add green bell pepper on top and stir to settle.
  • Heat reserved bacon fat in skillet and brown chicken. Place browned chicken on top of barley mixture, cover baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 66.7 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 10.7 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 291.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

BARLEY CASSEROLE WITH MUSHROOMS



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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

4 tablespoons butter, or more as needed
1 large onion, chopped
½ cup diced celery
3 cups barley
2 ½ cups chicken broth
1 (4 ounce) can chopped mushrooms

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

CURRIED LENTIL AND BARLEY CASSEROLE



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Dinner ready in an hour! Enjoy this flavorful lentil and barley casserole made with veggies - a delightful meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup dried lentils, sorted and rinsed
2 cups fat-free vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon curry powder
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
1 bag (1 pound) frozen corn, green peas and carrots (or other combination)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat lentils, broth, curry powder and garlic to boiling in 3-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in barley and frozen vegetables. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils and barley are tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

BARLEY CASSEROLE



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"Growing up on a farm, I was used to eating good wholesome food, including a variety of barley dishes," informs Alice Kaluzy of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. "This casserole was my first attempt at cooking with barley, The results were as yummy and comforting as I'd remembered."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
7 green onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups uncooked medium pearl barley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large ovenproof skillet, saute the celery, carrots, onions and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the barley, salt and pepper. Stir in 2-1/2 cups broth. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes., Stir in parsley and remaining broth; sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SCALLOPED BARLEY CASSEROLE



Scalloped Barley Casserole image

Bacon and cheddar mix with creamy barley for a decadent casserole.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more, for the baking dish
3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup pearl barley
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Cheddar (about 4 ounces)
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
  • Put the bacon in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 7 minutes. Transfer the bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Add the butter to the same skillet with the bacon fat and cook, stirring, until melted. Add the garlic and onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the barley and cook, stirring, until it begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a couple turns of pepper. Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a boil and cook until the liquid begins to thicken slightly, about 2 minutes. Stir in the bacon and 3/4 cup of the Cheddar. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake until the casserole is bubbling, about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and stir. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar and bake, uncovered, until the cheese is melted and most of the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Let sit for a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

BARLEY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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This gives you 2 large hearty portions or you can serve it as a side and get 4-6 servings. this is a vegan main dish that can be served to a meat eater and satisfy them. The barley makes it a filling stick to your ribs meal. that will satisfy the most picky of eaters. enjoy!

Provided by Joan Hunt

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 c uncooked barley (not quick cook)
1 c plus 2 tablespoons vegetable broth, divided
2 c frozen mixed vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, onions)
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp vegan margarine
1/4 tsp salt (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 1-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 2. Place barley and 2 tablespoons broth in nonstick skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 3 minutes or until lightly browned. transfer to prepared casserole.
  • 3. Add Vegetables, garlic powder, pepper and remaining 1 cup broth to casserole; mix well.
  • 4. Cover and bake 50 minutes or until barley is tender and most of liquid is absorbed, stirring several times during baking. Stir in margarine and salt, if desired. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

ONION BARLEY CASSEROLE



Onion Barley Casserole image

MY HUSBAND and I grew up on plain hearty foods, and we both learned early on that simple food, well prepared, maintains good health. I always felt I was giving my family the best when I prepared this dish. They loved the nutty flavor and chewy texture of the barley, and it was a delicious departure from rice as a side dish.-Elaine Kremenak Grants Pass, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1-1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 can (4 ounces) whole button mushrooms, drained

Steps:

  • In an ovenproof skillet, saute barley in oil until golden brown. Stir in water, bouillon and salt; bring to boil. Remove from the heat; add onions and mushrooms. , Cover and bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LAMB AND BARLEY CASSEROLE



Lamb and Barley Casserole image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 4h30m

Yield 6 - 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 shoulder lamb chops (with bone in, 6 to 8 ounces each)
3 lemons
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 carrots, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
2 cups well-seasoned chicken stock
2 cups dry white wine
1 cup medium barley
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon minced parsley

Steps:

  • Cut chops into uniform pieces about one-and-a-half inches square (trim as much fat as possible). Toss lamb with juice of one-and-a-half of the lemons and a generous grinding of black pepper. Set aside to marinate for two to three hours. Reserve the rest of the lemons to cut into wedges as a garnish for the finished dish.
  • Heat oil in a three-quart casserole. Dry lamb pieces and sear over high heat until lightly browned. You will probably have to do this in two or three shifts. When all the lamb is browned, set it aside and pour the fat out of the casserole, leaving only a thin film on the bottom.
  • Lower heat to medium-low and add onion, carrots and celery. Cook for about eight minutes, until the vegetables are tender but not browned. Add salt, garlic, fennel seeds and rosemary and cook a minute or two, until the garlic is soft but not brown. Return lamb to the casserole.
  • Add the stock and wine and bring to a boil, stirring to free any particles of meat or vegetables clinging to the bottom or sides of the casserole. Lower heat to a simmer and stir in the barley. Make sure all the barley is submerged in liquid. Add the bay leaf.
  • Cover the casserole and cook over very low heat for one hour. The meat should be tender and the barley cooked. Almost all the liquid in the casserole should be absorbed by the barley. If the ingredients are too moist, uncover the casserole and continue cooking over low heat for another five minutes or so.
  • Check seasonings. Transfer meat and barley to a serving platter, surround with lemon wedges and dust with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 205, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 398 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BARLEY CASSEROLE



Barley Casserole image

Make and share this Barley Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup barley
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup salsa
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 F degrees.
  • Melt butter and saute onion and barley.
  • Pour mixture into a casserole dish.
  • Add rest of ingredients.
  • Cook 1 hour covered.

BARLEY CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Barley Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Martina

Categories     Grains

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup pearl barley or 1 cup pot barley
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 beef bouillon cubes
3 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Melt butter in fry pan.
  • Add onions, mushrooms and barley.
  • Saute until lightly browned.
  • Put into greased 1 1/2 quart casserole.
  • Add almonds, green onion, salt and pepper.
  • Dissolve Oxo cubes in boiling water.
  • Add to casserole.
  • Stir to mix well.
  • Cover and bake in 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours or until barley is tender.

BEEF AND BARLEY CASSEROLE



Beef and Barley Casserole image

This is a lovely recipe with a 'down home' appeal for those of us who like barley. I serve it with English muffins.

Provided by Dairygirl

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅔ cup uncooked barley
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup sliced carrots
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
1 ½ cups water
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Soak the barley in warm water for 3 hours, then drain and set aside.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and onion. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease, then stir in the carrots, soy sauce, molasses, drained barley, and 1 1/2 cups of water. Stir until the molasses has dissolved and the mixture has begun to simmer. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then pour into a lidded 2 quart casserole.
  • Bake, covered, in the preheated oven until the barley is tender and has absorbed the water, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 548.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

BAKED BARLEY CASSEROLE



Baked Barley Casserole image

This is a very simple barley dish. Easy to put together. This is a great recipe to make during Lent, although any time is a good time!

Provided by Robyn Bruce

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c dry barley
butter
3 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c chopped onion
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 tsp poultry seasoning
5 c chicken broth

Steps:

  • 1. Brown the barley in a little butter and the oil. Place in a casserole.
  • 2. Brown the onions in butter, and add them to the barley. Add salt, pepper and poultry seasoning.
  • 3. Add 3 cups chicken broth, cover and place in oven at 350 degrees for about 1 hour, or until moisture is almost absorbed.
  • 4. Add another 2 cups broth, and cook, covered, until absorbed (approximately 45 more minutes).

MUSHROOM-BARLEY CASSEROLE



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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

1 cup pearl barley
1/2 cup margarine
2 (8 ounce) cans mushrooms, undrained
1 onion, chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth

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.

MUSHROOM BARLEY CASSEROLE



MUSHROOM BARLEY CASSEROLE image

Categories     Mushroom     Casserole/Gratin

Number Of Ingredients 12

.5 ounce dried mushrooms
1 cup boiling water
4 tsp. butter
1 cup pearl barley
1 med chopped onion
8 sliced fresh mushroom
3 garlic cloves, pressed
2 cups veggie broth
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 tsp. soy sauce
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Grease a medium casserole dish . Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a small heatproof bowl, soak dried mushrooms in boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain in a colander lined with paper towels over a bowl and save the liquid. Chop the mushrooms. In a large skillet, melt 2 t of butter over med heat. Add barley and saute for 1 minute or till lightly browned. Transfer barley to a small bowl. In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 t butter. Add onion and saute for a couple of minutes, till translucent. Add fresh mushrooms and garlic; saute for 3 min more. Return barley to the skillet and add soaked mushrooms and their liquid, the broth and salt and pepper, soy sauce and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Transfer barley mixture to casserole dish and bake, covered for 1 to 1 1/4 hours or until barley is tender. Before serving, remove the bay leaf and stir in the green onions.

CROCK-POT BARLEY CASSEROLE



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Taken from busycooks.about.com. This delicious and healthy crockpot recipe can be served as a vegetarian main dish or a side dish.

Provided by Sam 3

Categories     Vegetable

Time 6h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked pearl barley
1/2 cup v- 8 juice
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped mushroom
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except pine nuts in a 3-4 quart slow cooker (do NOT use a larger crockpot).
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until barley and vegetables are tender.
  • Sprinkle with nuts just before serving.

BARLEY-TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Barley-Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TattooedMamaof2

Categories     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cooked barley
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, undrained
1 (6 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Coat a casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine cooked barley with beans, tuna, 1 cup cheese and remaining ingredients. Spread into prepared baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 45-50 minutes or until cooked through. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.

Tips for Perfect Results:

  • Use High-Quality Barley: Select whole-grain barley for the best texture and flavor. Rinse it thoroughly before cooking to remove any impurities.
  • Cook Barley Correctly: Follow the cooking instructions provided in the recipe to achieve the desired texture. Undercooked barley will be chewy, while overcooked barley will be mushy.
  • Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season your barley casserole well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are a good starting point, but you can also add herbs like thyme, rosemary, or sage.
  • Use a Variety of Vegetables: The beauty of a barley casserole is that you can add almost any type of vegetable you like. Some popular choices include carrots, celery, onion, broccoli, and mushrooms.
  • Add Protein: If you want to make your barley casserole a complete meal, you can add cooked chicken, beef, or tofu. Beans or lentils are also great options for a vegetarian protein boost.
  • Choose the Right Cheese: The type of cheese you use will greatly impact the flavor of your casserole. Cheddar is a classic choice, but you can also use Parmesan, Gruyère, or Monterey Jack.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This usually takes about 30 minutes in a preheated oven.

Conclusion:

With its wholesome ingredients, versatile flavors, and customizable options, barley casserole is a dish that deserves a place in every home cook's repertoire. It's a hearty, comforting, and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's packed with nutrition, give barley casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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