Barley Risotto with Peas and Pecans

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Course : Risotto
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

1/2 cup onion
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1 cup pearl barley
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup pecans
2 tablespoons parsley leaves
2 tablespoons mint leaves
2 teaspoons lemon zest
 

Preparation:

In a large heavy saucepan cook onion in butter over moderate heat, stirring, until softened. Add 2 cups broth, water, and barley and simmer, covered, until most of liquid is absorbed and barley is al dente, about 30 minutes. Gradually add remaining cup broth, about 1/4 cup at a time, stirring constantly and letting each addition be absorbed before adding next, until absorbed. Stir in remaining ingredients and remove pan from heat. Season "risotto" with salt and pepper.

 

Nutritional Information:

381 Calories (kcal); 17g Total Fat; (38% calories from fat); 12g Protein; 49g Carbohydrate; 16mg Cholesterol; 621mg Sodium