Saute the onion in the fat until translucent. Add mushrooms and garlic, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the wine and thyme, saute another 3 minutes. Add barley, stir and saute another 3 min. Addd the soy flakes and the broth, bring to a full boil and reduce to simmer, for 40 min. Season with salt and pepper, stir in sherry and dill. >From Fast Vegetarian Feasts by Martha Rose Shulman. Enjoy! :-)