| Hearty Barley Soup 1 leftover turkey carcass 7 carrots, sliced, divided 2 ribs celery, sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt 3/4 teaspoon of pepper 1 cup of pearled barley 3 tablespoons of butter 1 large onion, chopped 4 sliced carrots 2 cloves garlic, minced 8 ounces of mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
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| In a large saucepot over high heat, combine 3 quarts of water, turkey carcass, 4 sliced carrots, celery, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours or until the remaining meat falls off the carcass. Remove carcass and let cool. Take any remaining meat off the carcass and discard bones. Meanwhile in a large saucepot over medium high heat, toast barley in hot butter for 5 minutes, stirring until browned. Add onion, garlic and remaining 3 sliced carrots, cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Pour into stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and parsley. Makes 8 servings
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