How To Make Tomato Barley Soup

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup uncooked barley
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the onions, celery, carrots, garlic and oil and saute for 5 to 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are almost tender.

Then add the water, fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes, chicken broth, barley and ground black pepper.

Stir thoroughly and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until barley is tender.