BARLEY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE

Directions

preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

lightly oil a 1¾ quart casserole or spray with nonstick cooking spray.

melt 1 tablespoon of the margarine in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

add barley and cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently until lightly browned.

place in prepared casserole.

melt remaining margarine in skillet.

add onions and cauliflower.

cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes.

addmushrooms and carrots.

cook 5 more minutes, stirring frequently.

add vegetables to casserole.

in a small bowl, combine water, broth mix, garlic powder and pepper.

mix well and add to casserole.

mix well, cover and bake 1 hour and 15 minutes, until barley is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

stir several times while baking.

let stand 5 minutes, then mix and serve.

in each serving: 135 calories, 4 grams protein, 4 grams fat, 21 grams carbohydrates, 268 milligrams sodium, zero cholesterol.