1 1/2 quarts stock 2 c water 3/4 c barley 1 c celery
chopped 1 c carrot :
grated 1 c onion
chopped 4 cloves garlic :
crushed 1/2 c red wine lemon peel 1"x1/2" pepper & salt 1/2 tablespoon basil 1/4 tablespoon oregano 1/2 c fresh parsley 2 bay leaves 1/2 tablespoon rosemary 2 tomatoes -- chopped 4 tablespoons tomato paste grated Parmesan or Romano Bring stock and water to boil. Add barley and reduce heat. Add vegt's, wine, peel, pepper and salt and simmer for 2 hrs. covered. Stir often to prevent barley from sticking to the pot.. Add herbs, tomatoes, and paste. Continue simmering for an hour, covered. Add a handful of grated cheese before serving. Serves 8