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How to Cook Barley Cereal

A delcious bowl of warm barley cereal is a healthy way to start your day. Includes easy to follow instructions for how to cook barley.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegetarian
Servings: 3
Calories: 117kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup pearl barley
  • cups water
  • salt, to taste optional

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a medium size sauce pan and bring to a boil. Lower heat to simmer and cook covered until liquid is absorbed- about 30-45 minutes. (Pearl barley cooks in a shorter time than hulled barley whick may take up to 50 minutes to cook.)
  • Barley will be tender yet chewy when done. If any liquid is still left in pan, allow to set for 5-10 minutes. Drain any remaining liquid before serving.
  • Fluff barley with a fork before serving.
  • *Note- if your barley package includes cooking instructions- refer to those for more specific cooking times and liquid amounts.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg