Reviewed: Sep. 28, 2004

I added some chopped carrots along with celery & onions. Also, wrapped in a tortilla with cheese (as suggested) & froze the tortillas. Made a very tasty, quick, & healthy dinner later on.

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Reviewed: Sep. 21, 2004

My husband found this dish to be rather bland. I think it could be spiced up with some jalapeno or a vegetable -- green pepper, broccoli, or ?? Definitely has potential to be a staple...

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Reviewed: Aug. 16, 2004

Great recipe but next time I would add salt and pepper and use 1 cup of barley instead of the 1/2 cup called for, it was a little soupy.

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diane-tony

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Reviewed: Aug. 6, 2004

I give this recipe only a four because while I really loved it the first day I made it, it just wasn't very good as leftovers. Maybe it's just me. It was definitely good the first night. Worth it. Oh, and I put it in a tortilla with cheese as suggested. Delicious.

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Reviewed: May 10, 2004

This is an absolutely delicious dish, so easy to make, and economical. I made it about 4-5 weeks ago for the first time and have made it several times since because my husband really likes this one as much as I do.

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PAMELA04

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Reviewed: May 6, 2004

Excellent, robust, hearty meal. Like others suggested, I used chicken broth in place of veggie broth. I used two cups of barley and had plenty of leftovers that froze very well. I also doubled the garlic (we're garlic lovers) and used vidalia onion. This is a keeper.

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SCHMONA

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Reviewed: Mar. 28, 2004

The first time I made this I made it as written and it was really good. Good texture, and subtle flavors and certainly filling. The second time I made it I threw in some leftover pork roast and a little soy sauce and WOW! The kids ate every last bit. This is now a part of our regular meal rotation. Thank you for a great recipe.

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HEIDIDEIDI

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Reviewed: Mar. 21, 2004

This was incredible! I had never cooked with barley before, but this was a great recipe. Even my kids loved it. Will definitely make again.

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KRICKYR

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Reviewed: Mar. 4, 2004

This is a great GOOD CARB recipe. Barley and beans are good carbs. Great for diabetics! You could add cubed chicken or turkey sausage for a one dish meal. You could also add tomato juice along with chicken stock. Thanks for a great recipe.

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Reviewed: Mar. 3, 2004

I used one cup of barley instead of half a cup, I added a few carrots, and I used chicken broth, white wine, and soy sauce instead of just vegetable broth. What a great recipe! This is definitelty a keeper!

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Arielle

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Reviewed: Feb. 17, 2004

Pretty good. I used Chicken Stock instead and also added Wheat Berries (turned out kind of crunchy!) and brocolli.

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Reviewed: Jan. 5, 2004

This is a great recipe - very easy and tasty.

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LALYC

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Reviewed: Dec. 11, 2003

I tossed in a green pepper and used chicken stock - very nice

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GWENDELEN

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Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2003

Loved it. I used dried beans instead of canned, and they seemed to soak up a lot of extra moisture. I also added cayenne and some other spices to add a little more flavor. Was great with crusty homemade wheat bread with monterrey jack cheese melted on top.

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AUNTIE K

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Reviewed: Sep. 29, 2003

I made as a side dish and omitted the beans...I also added 1 c. barley instead of 1/2 c. really enjoyed this.

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ABD297

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Reviewed: Sep. 23, 2003

Yummy!!! (and good for you) The only thing I would do differently next time, would be: add half of the garlic, onion and celery closer to the end of cooking time. Their flavors got lost cooking so long (I also used pearled barley). Good job!

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Reviewed: Sep. 12, 2003

Great recipe! I followed the directions exactly, except added a couple of cubes of vegetable broth...it was fantastic. Just a nice, super-hardy and healthy dish...if you like beans and barley...vegetables...this is a good one.

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Reviewed: Sep. 3, 2003

Yum!! I made this for my family and we just loved it, the next day I put the rest on the stove with some water and it turned into a wonderful soup!! I like it better as a soup and will make it again..

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AMATULLAH

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Reviewed: Aug. 27, 2003

Wonderful, woodsy flavor. It was great with a fresh salad and crusty bread.

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Stephanie

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Reviewed: Jul. 12, 2003

I wish I would've remembered to read the reviews before I made this! I gave it three stars because it was easy. This was definitely soupy! Need to either add more barley or cut back on the liquid unless you want it like a soup. Flavor was interesting but on the bland side. Another reviewer said she added soy sauce, I think I'll try that. Not sure I'll make this again as written - have to play with it a little.

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