russian mushroom barley soup ♥

here's a hearty healthy russian soup for winter! :) my grandma used to make kasha out of the barley as a breakfast food, but kasha is versitle in this soups it adds great flavor and texture!

Ingredients

1/2 cup pearl barley, washed
4 cups chicken stock (homemade or low-sodium canned)
2 cups beef stock (homemade or low-sodium canned)
1 small onion, chopped
2 small ribs celery, chopped
2 carrots, finely diced
1 lb sliced fresh mushrooms, any kind or a combination
Soy sauce, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a heavy stockpot, bring first 5 ingredients to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Add remaining ingredients, and simmer, covered, until carrots are tender (30-40 minutes). Season with additional black pepper, to taste.serve with rye bread enjoy! :)