SLOW-COOKER VEGETABLE SOUP WITH BARLEY

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Save time slicing and dicing by using a combo of fresh and prepared frozen veggies in this wholesome soup with plenty of nutty pearl barley.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup uncooked regular pearl barley
1 dried bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 1/2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots, halved crosswise
1 cup sliced celery (2 medium stalks)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (1/2 medium)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large dark-orange sweet potato, peeled, cubed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn (from 1-lb bag)
1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans (from 1-lb bag)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
6 cups water
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained

Steps:

  • In 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, layer all ingredients except tomatoes; do not stir.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting 6 to 8 hours.
  • About 10 minutes before serving, stir tomatoes into soup. Cover; cook on Low setting 10 minutes longer or until tomatoes are thoroughly heated. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 8 g

Anna Teddy
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Sk Shihab
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good vegetable soup recipe for a long time, and this one is perfect. It's easy to make, healthy, and delicious.


Teresa frazier
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This soup is delicious! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Stephen Marsh
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for my family, and everyone always loves it.


Oppo A52
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Tayyab Mushtaq
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good vegetable soup recipe for a long time, and this one is perfect. It's easy to make, healthy, and delicious.


Darling Isingane
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This is a great recipe! I love that it's so easy to make and that it's so healthy. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family.


Oye Rana
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I made this soup last night and it was amazing! The flavors were so rich and the barley gave it a great texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Michael Barrientes
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This soup is delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the rich flavor and the hearty texture of the barley.


Sebastian Alvarado
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a healthy and flavorful vegetable soup recipe, and this one fits the bill perfectly. I love that it's made with fresh vegetables and barley, and it's so easy to make.


Atif Don
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! The flavors are well-balanced and the soup is very comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


Deng Deng
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This recipe is a keeper! It's simple to make, healthy, and delicious. I especially love the addition of barley, which gives the soup a hearty and satisfying texture.


Nadalie Carrizales
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.