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Lentil Barley Soup
2 tsp olive oil 2 c chopped onions 2 c diced carrots 1 tsp minced garlic 1-2 t ground cumin 1 c dried lentils 4 c chicken broth 1 can (28 oz.) plum tomatoes, chopped, with their juices 1 tsp brown sugar 1/2 c dried barley 1/2 c chopped parsley Salt and pepper to taste
Heat oil in large, heavy pot over medium high heat. Add onions and carrots; cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes, stirring. Add cumin and cook 1 minute longer.
Add the lentils, chicken broth, tomatoes, and brown sugar. Bring mixture to a boil, reduceheat slightly, and cook 5 minutes, partially covered. Add the barley, cover partially, and cook 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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