Ingredients
- 4 garlic (cloves crushed)
- 2 tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 1/2 stock
- 1 parmesan (grated)
- 3/4 barley
- 1/2 pepper
- 2 c water
- 1 c carrot (grated)
- 1 c onion (chopped)
- 1/2 c wine (red)
- 1 c celery (chopped)
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 c parsley (fresh)
- 1/2 tablespoon rosemary
- 1/2 tablespoon basil
- 1/4 tablespoon oregano
Bring stock and water to boil. Add barley and reduce heat. Add vegt's, wine, peel, pepper and salt and simmer for 2 hrs. covered. Stir often to prevent barley from sticking to the pot.. Add herbs, tomatoes, and paste. Continue simmering for an hour, covered. Add a handful of grated cheese before serving. Serves 8