Simple Barley Pilaf

Yield: 6 servings

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1 20

Total Time: 1 25

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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