Best 7 Delicious Barley Bake Recipes

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Are you craving a warm and comforting dish that is both delicious and nutritious? Look no further than barley bake, a hearty and flavorful casserole that is perfect for a cozy meal. With its tender barley, savory vegetables, and rich broth, barley bake is a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your preferences and dietary needs. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate barley bake that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BARLEY BAKE



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This is a delicious change of pace from potato casseroles. Slivered almonds give it a nice crunch.-Lamar Lyons Parker, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green onions
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
2 cups vegetable broth, divided
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, celery and onions in butter until tender. Add barley; cook and stir until barley is golden brown, about 6-7 minutes., In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, combine barley mixture, 1 cup broth and parsley. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes., Uncover; stir in almonds and remaining broth. Bake 45-50 minutes longer or until barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

DELICIOUS BARLEY BAKE



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Barley, chicken and tons of veggies baked in a delicious creamy sauce. Easily made vegetarian by removing the chicken and substituting a vegetable cream, condensed soup.

Provided by L Mac

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 28

2 cups barley
4 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 yellow zucchini, cut into half moons
1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 cups broccoli florets
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
⅓ cup sour cream
¼ cup grated Locatella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon ground thyme
1 cup green peas
1 cup whole kernel corn
1 cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring the barley and chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the barley is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the celery, carrots, garlic, and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms, zucchini, green beans, and broccoli. Continue cooking and stirring until the broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes more. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Combine cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, Locatella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, nutmeg, oregano, basil, and thyme in a large bowl, mixing until smooth. Stir in the prepared barley, peas, corn, roasted red peppers, spinach, and shredded chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Spread mixture into a large baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, and cheese has melted, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 501 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

BARLEY BAKE



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Easy and good dish for potlucks. The pine nuts make all the difference! The mushrooms are optional. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Provided by KATINHAT

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup uncooked pearl barley
½ cup pine nuts
2 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 (14.5 ounce) cans vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in onion, barley, and pine nuts. Cook and stir until barley is lightly browned. Mix in green onions, mushrooms, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a 2 quart casserole dish, and stir in the vegetable broth.
  • Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until liquid has been absorbed and barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 437.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BAKED BARLEY



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup hulled barley
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the barley into a 1 1/2-quart ceramic or glass baking dish (with a lid) and add the butter, salt and boiling water. Stir to combine. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and place the lid on top of the foil. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour, remove the cover, fluff with a fork and serve immediately.

NUTTY BARLEY BAKE



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Make and share this Nutty Barley Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sml212

Categories     Beans

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup slivered almonds or 1/2 cup chopped almonds
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter
3 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth

Steps:

  • In a skillet, over medium heat, saute the barley, onion and almonds in the butter until lightly browned.
  • Transfer to a 2 quart baking dish, I used a glass dish.
  • Add the parsley, pepper and salt, stir to mix.
  • Add the broth, stir to mix.
  • Bake in the oven at 350 for 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

NUTTY BARLEY BAKE



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When I started bringing this distinctive dish to holiday dinners, a lot of people had never seen barley in anything but soup. They have since dubbed me "the barley lady", and now I wouldn't dare bring anything this dish. Even if I double the recipe, I come home with an empty pan. -Renate Crump, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup slivered almonds or pine nuts
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
Additional parsley and green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, barley and nuts in butter until barley is lightly browned. Stir in the parsley, green onions, salt and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Stir in broth. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed. If desired, sprinkle with additional parsley and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BAKED BARLEY



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cups medium barley
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups hot chicken stock, beef stock or water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Melt butter in an ovenproof casserole. Add onion and saute until tender. Add barley, salt, thyme and two cups of the stock or water. Bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and place in the oven.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, then stir the barley once, add another cup of stock or water and return to the oven for another 40 minutes. Stir once more, add the final cup of stock, cover and continue baking for 30 to 40 minutes, until the liquid is completely absorbed and the barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 351, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 583 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right barley: Use hulled barley for a chewy texture, or pearl barley for a more tender result.
  • Soak the barley before cooking: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the barley more digestible.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the bake.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings: Barley is a versatile grain that can be flavored in many different ways.
  • Serve the barley bake hot or cold: It's a delicious and satisfying meal no matter how you serve it.

Conclusion:

Barley bakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a barley bake recipe that everyone will love.

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