Savory Slow Cooker Barley Stew

You’d be hard pressed to find a simpler, more nutritious stew for supper. Served alongside crusty bread or cornbread, it’s hearty and nourishing, yet it’s light enough you won’t feel guilty indulging in a decadent dessert afterwards!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pearl barley
• 5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 medium to large potatoes, cut in chunks
• 1 medium sweet potato, cut in chunks
• 230g (½ lb) Brussels sprouts
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon dill weed
• 2 medium tomatoes, cut in wedges

Steps

1. Place all ingredients except for tomatoes into slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on Low setting for approximately 5 to 6 hours
3. Add tomatoes and cook, covered, for another 10 minutes.

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