SLOW-COOKER SWEET POTATO AND BARLEY RISOTTO

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Every spoonful of creamy barley risotto is dotted with lovely sweet potatoes and edamame.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped sweet onions (3 medium)
3 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped
12 oz dark-orange sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled, finely chopped (about 3 1/2 cups)
1 1/4 cups uncooked pearl barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups) or vegetable broth
1 cup frozen shelled edamame (green) soybeans (from 12-oz bag), thawed
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until softened.
  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix sweet potatoes, barley, thyme, salt and 3 cups of the broth. Add onion-garlic mixture.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours.
  • In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave remaining 1 cup broth on High 2 to 3 minutes or until boiling. Stir thawed edamame and boiling broth into barley mixture in cooker. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 25 to 30 minutes longer or until edamame are tender. Serve in shallow bowls; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 10 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

Wajidkhan Hashimi
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Overall, I thought this was a great recipe and I will definitely be making it again.


Leslie Woodson
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I think this recipe would be even better with a little bit of roasted chicken or shrimp added to it.


Ghulam Ghulam
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I'm not a huge fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this recipe.


Asad Gulli
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This risotto is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Pithu Pithu
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious vegetarian meal.


Karli R
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I found that the risotto took a little longer to cook than the recipe stated, but it was still worth the wait.


Prosenjit Hazra
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Tiger TKD
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I made this risotto for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Omar Souirji
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The addition of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs adds a lovely richness and flavor to the dish.


Mariah Wegwerth
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The barley and sweet potatoes give this risotto a hearty and filling texture.


Kolo Fast
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I love that this recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients.


Lazaro Oscar
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This slow cooker sweet potato and barley risotto is a delicious and easy way to get your daily dose of vegetables.