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Simple Barley Pilaf
Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 5 mins
Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup medium pearl barley not quick cooking barley
- ¼ - ½ cup pine nuts or almonds optional
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 3 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the barley, nuts (if using), garlic and onions. Saute the mixture, stirring frequently, until the onions are tender and the barley is golden.
- Scrape the mixture into a 3-quart baking dish and stir in the salt, pepper and chicken broth.
- Bake uncovered for 60-80 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the barley is tender. Garnish with green onions, if desired.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1 Serving
Calories
296kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
273mg
(11%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 273mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.