Mushroom Barley Soup

Method

1. 1Step 1: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 8 minutes, until deeply browned.
2. 2Step 2: Add the diced onion, carrots and celery with the salt and cook for 6 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme leaves.
3. 3Step 3: Stir in the barley and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer partly covered for 35 to 40 minutes, until the barley is tender.
4. 4Step 4: Taste for salt and serve hot.