Description
Creamy Mushroom Barley Skillet is a delightful dish that elegantly marries the softness of creamy mushrooms with the hearty texture of barley. This comforting meal, infused with fresh herbs and rich cheese, is perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this skillet dish not only satisfies but also impresses!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 cups fresh button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, cooking until mushrooms are tender and slightly browned, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Add rinsed barley to the skillet and toast briefly for about 1 minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until barley is tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then gradually mix in cream cheese until melted.
- Finish by stirring in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg