Portabella Cashew Barley Pilaf
Ingredients:
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2 tsp (10 mL) butter or margarine
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1 cup (250 mL) pearl barley
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1 (1 ) onion, diced
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2 (2 ) portabella mushrooms, gills removed, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
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2 tbsp (25 mL) raisins
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1/2 tsp (2 mL) turmeric
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1/4 tsp (1 mL) dried thyme
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1/4 tsp (1 mL) cardamom
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1/4 tsp (1 mL) cinnamon
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1 cup (250 mL) grated carrots
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2 cup (500 mL) chicken or vegetable broth
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( ) Salt and freshly ground pepper
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1/3 cup (75 mL) cashews
Preparation:
In large fry pan over medium heat, melt butter. Add barley, onion, mushrooms and raisins. Cook, stirring frequently until moisture has evaporated. Stir in turmeric, thyme, cardamom and cinnamon. Add carrots and broth. Stir well. Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 30-35 minutes or until barley is tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in cashews. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
"Courtesy of the Manitoba Mushroom Growers Association"
www.manitobamushrooms.ca