Souper Surprise Barley Soup Recipe
Ingredients
| Water | 3 Cup (48 tbs) | |
| Pearled barley | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Beef bouillon cubes | 3 | |
| Asparagus/Broccoli pieces fresh / frozen, cooked and drained | 2 Cup (32 tbs) | |
| Low fat milk | 4 Cup (64 tbs) | |
| American cheese slices | 5 | |
| Ground nutmeg | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Black pepper | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Bacon slices | 4 , cooked crisp and crumbled |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 1260 Calories from Fat 485
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 54 g82.7%
Saturated Fat 37.9 g189.3%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 163.6 mg54.5%
Sodium 5553.9 mg231.4%
Total Carbohydrates 129 g42.9%
Dietary Fiber 17.9 g71.7%
Sugars 62 g
Protein 76 g151.2%
Vitamin A 77.2% Vitamin C 41%
Calcium 211% Iron 46.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer, 50 to 60 minutes, stirring often, until barley is tender and nearly all of the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in asparagus, milk, cheese, nutmeg and pepper.
Add bacon, if desired.
Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring constantly, until cheese melts.
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