MRS. KOSTYRA'S MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP

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Mrs. Kostyra used Polish borowik mushrooms in this recipe, but dried porcini work just as well. Martha made this recipe on Cooking School episode 308.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ounces dried mushrooms, such as Polish borowik or porcini
2 cups warm water
6 ounces pearl barley, washed
10 cups Beef Stock Mrs. Kostyra's Beef Stock
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1/2 to 3/4 cup sour cream (optional)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Place the mushrooms in a small bowl. Add water and let soak overnight. Transfer mushrooms and soaking liquid to a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the mushrooms are tender, about 40 minutes. Drain mushrooms, reserving soaking liquid. Coarsely chop mushrooms; set aside.
  • Add barley to a small saucepan with 3 cups stock. Bring to a boil and let simmer until the barley is tender, about 45 minutes. Stir in butter; set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the remaining 7 cups stock to a boil with the carrots, celery, and reserved mushrooms and soaking liquid. Stir in the cooked barley mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream and the flour. While stirring, slowly add 1 cup of the stock. Stir into soup with dill. Serve immediately.

Kittyscratches
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This soup is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my meal rotation.


Prakash Dahal
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I'm not a big fan of soup, but this one was really good. It was flavorful and filling.


Ndamona Teogonia
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This was my first time making mushroom barley soup and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious.


Princewill Ayozie
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I love this soup! It's hearty and flavorful, and it's perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Bobby Davis
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This soup is easy to make and it's so delicious. I've already made it twice!


Kacper Jasnogorski
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but this soup was still really good. The barley and vegetables gave it a lot of flavor.


Yh Iu
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This soup is so good! It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Joel Santos
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.


Qaiteyazam Pakistan
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This soup is amazing! I'm not usually a fan of barley, but this soup changed my mind. The barley is cooked perfectly and the soup is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Akther Zuman
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Delicious soup! I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it. The barley gives it a nice chewy texture and the mushrooms add a lot of flavor. I also added some chopped carrots and celery.


Ndeyamunye Gabriel
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This mushroom barley soup is fantastic! It's hearty, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.