Irene Pastore Fitness

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup rinsed lentils
• 1/3 cup barley
• 6 cups water or vegetable stock
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 pressed or crushed garlic cloves
• 2 sliced carrots
• 2 sliced celery stalks
• 1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

• Place all ingredients except salt into a large pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the barley is soft, and lentils are tender (about 1 hour).
• Add salt to taste.
• Serves 8