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How To Make Pearl Barley, Bacon & Leek Casserole
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a large oven-safe skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
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Add the leeks and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add the pearl barley, chicken or vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet with a lid or foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
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Bake for 1 hour or until the pearl barley is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
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Remove from the oven and stir in the crispy bacon.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 360kcal
- Total Fat : 11g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 15mg
- Sodium : 880mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 52g
- Dietary Fiber : 9g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 15g
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