There is nothing better than a nice big bowl of homemade creamy mushroom and barley soup with some lima beans. Using a slow cooking crock pot for this recipe makes it a very easy one to make and enjoy.
Provided by SkipperSy
Time 4h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- PREPARATION:.
- Cut the stems off the portabella mushrooms, slice into ¼ inch thin pieces and then cut each in half, set aside.
- Clean the white button mushrooms and slice into big pieces, set aside.
- Clean the carrot and then cut into diagonal slices, set aside.
- Cut into thin slices the swiss cheese and set aside.
- COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:.
- This recipe is based on using a slow cooking crock pot set to 4 hours, high/fast cooking and will depend on you model crock pot; Step #1, 2 hours cooking time, Step #2, 1 1/2 hours cooking time and Step #3, ½ hours cooking time.
- Step #1- In a crock pot add the stock, barley, portabella mushrooms, carrots , margarine, 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil leaves, sage, thyme, garlic salt, Mrs. Dash, pinch of white pepper, a quick stir and cook for 2 hours.
- Step #2- Next add the white button mushrooms and lima beans, a quick stir and cook for 1 ½ hours.
- Step #3- Next add the half & half cream, Harvey's Bristol Cream, a quick stir and cook for ½ hour.
- Ladle soup into individual bowls, topped with some swiss cheese and place in a microwave for about 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Finally add some chopped basil/arugula leaves on top of each individual bowl and serve.
- Enjoy!
- NOTES:.
- You can serve this soup with a bowl of sour cream on the side and allow guests to add to their soup as desired.
- This soup can be served for as a main meal in the evening or for a hearty nice lunch as well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 852.8, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.9, Protein 14.8
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Bathroom Singer
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.
Abbir Hasan
[email protected]I love the addition of lima beans in this soup. They add a nice nutty flavor.
Mohamed Usman
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.
Md Showkot
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a delicious meal without having to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.
Tulsi Raja
[email protected]This soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Adeyemi Abdulmojeed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I loved this soup! The mushrooms add a nice umami flavor.
Nati Job 7
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and it's delicious too!
Lion Susso
[email protected]I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so comforting and satisfying.
SHAHIN ALAM ROCKY BD OFFICIAL
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Gary NUNES
[email protected]This is one of my favorite soups! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.
ibrahim dikko
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Asanda Kwezi
[email protected]This soup is so creamy and flavorful! I love the combination of mushrooms, barley, and lima beans. It's a hearty and satisfying soup that's perfect for a cold winter day.