Instructions: Combine the barley and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, then remove the pan from the heat. [Cooked barley is added to the sauted onions, etc. with the rest of the vegetables]

Simmer everything for at least an hour. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Top with chopped cilantro just before serving.

Serves 12 to 15.

Note: This is even better the next day

If you would like to email yourself the recipe for later use, or share the recipe with your friends or family, enter the email addresses below and this recipe will be emailed to you and others as well.