Barley Mushroom Risotto Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 30, 2006

I liked the flavor but the second time, I changed a few things. I melted 3tsp of butter and added the barley stirring until it turned a nut brown color, then added onions and the mushrooms for 5 min and then used beef broth instead. Nice flavor.

—Johnny

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 09, 2005

This was decent. I was hoping the barley would make it something interesting or special but I was disappointed. I've made risotto multiple times with practically the same ingredients and recipe, just (arborio) rice instead of barley and cooking the mushrooms with the rice for most of the simmering time, and that turns out much better. Rice exudes a better flavor than the barley. So if you're considering taking the time to make a risotto, I'd suggest you do a real one: with rice, not barley!

—Mark P

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Feb 04, 2006

Awesome recipe and compatible with Weight Watchers (4 points) especially if you cut the fat. I suggest parching the barley in olive oil and sauteeing the mushrooms in a pan coated with cooking spray. Keep the chicken stock hot to avoid change in temperature of the risotto. Ensures creaminess and more timely cooking.

—NOZ-N-A-CUK-BUK

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May 18, 2006

My boyfriend and I really liked this. I used some of the reviewers recomendations and cooked the barly in butter a lottle befor adding the stock, and i kept the stoch warm. I also added extra mushrooms, and used dried tyme, and skipped the bay leaf, as i didn'r have one. Well, I sort-of changed everything, except for the barly/stock part. Anyway, it was really good and I will refer to this recipe often, barly is a super whole grain!

—MidnightCookies

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Nov 27, 2007

I really like this recipe. I also add a little white wine to the barley before the chicken broth to give it a little extra flavor--more authentic to real risotto.

—Robin B.

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Jul 08, 2010

Love it! I might never make risotto with rice again! the barley gives it a wonderful nutty and chewy texture. I use creminis for the mushrooms. Instant family favorite!

—KimFitzgerald

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May 17, 2010

I gave this recipes 4 stars because I doctored it a bit, partly based on previous reviews. I sauteed the onions in butter and olive oil and then added the dry barley and sauteed until the barley browned slightly, then added the mushrooms, thyme (about 1.5 tsp) and garlic. I omitted the bay leaf. I used 4 cups of nonfat, low sodium chicken broth, with one cup of water. Otherwise, I followed the recipe and it did come out surprishingly creamy, like risotto. Today while heating some of the leftover, I added a little milk and cheese and it was DELICIOUS. I'd recommend about 1/4 to 1/3 cup each romano, cheddar, and whole milk to the full recipe if you want to make it cheesey. The stronger the cheese the less you need to use to add a little kick. This is a keeper!

—Hannah

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Jun 04, 2005

I really like this recipe. I found it to be very flavorful. The only changes I made were minimal and that was to not put in the bay leaf as I don't care for it. Otherwise a very good recipe.

—Kathygram

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Nutrition

Calories
181 kcal
9%

Carbohydrates
30.8 g
10%

Cholesterol
5 mg
2%

Fat
4.9 g
8%

Fiber
6.3 g
25%

Protein
6 g
12%

Sodium
22 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Barley Mushroom Risotto

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 181
** Calories from Fat: 44

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 4.9g 8 %
** Saturated Fat 1.7g 8 %
** Cholesterol 5mg 2 %
** Sodium 22mg < 1 %
** Potassium 378mg 11 %
** Total Carbohydrates 30.8g 10 %
** Dietary Fiber 6.3g 25 %
** Protein 6g 12 %
** Sugars 2.4g
** Vitamin A 4 %
** Vitamin C 8 %
** Calcium 3 %
** Iron 16 %
** Thiamin 14 %
** Niacin 44 %
** Vitamin B6 13 %
** Magnesium 13 %
** Folate 14 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.