Mushroom and Barley Soup

Servings; 2-4               Prep Time: 10 minutes       Cook time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

2 pkg sliced portabello mushrooms, chopped

2 c button mushrooms, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 c vegetable broth

1 Tbs balsamic vinegar

4 springs fresh thyme

1 bay leaf

1/4 tsp Himalayan pink salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1/2 c barley

Directions

1. Saute mushrooms, onions and garlic in a non-stick pan for about 10 minutes until tender and slightly browned.  Add broth, balsamic vinegar, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper.  Cover and bring to a boil.
2. Stir in barley, cover and simmer until barley is tender.