Healthy Pearl Barley, Bacon & Leek Casserole
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Time to read 1 min
A super healthy, budget friendly meal for all the family crammed with goodness and brimming with flavour – delish!
Healthy Pearl Barley, Bacon & Leek Casserole
15 min
35 min
4
Main
United Kingdom
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Ingredients
- 200g lean bacon - chopped into small pieces
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves - finely chopped
- 300g pearl barley
- 4 carrots - cubed
- 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard, plus extra to serve
- 1l chicken stock
- 300g Savoy cabbage - shredded
Method
Step 1
Heat a large pan over a medium heat and drizzle in the oil.
Step 2
Add the leeks and cook for a few minutes before adding the garlic.
Step 3
Continue to cook for one minute then add the pearl barley, carrots and mustard.
Step 4
Pour over the chicken stock, season well and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Toss in the cabbage along with the bacon and cook for a further 5-10 minutes until the cabbage is wilted and tender.
Step 6
Serve with a dollop of Dijon mustard on the side.
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