Lentil Barley & Cilantro Soup

(Vegan)

By Robyne Gray

• 1-16 oz. bag of lentils (2 1⁄2 C.)
• 1⁄2 C. barley (hulled)
• 8 Cups water

Simmer 40 min. till soft

• Add 1 bunch finely chopped cilantro
• 1 bunch green onion - chopped
• 2 C. diced tomatoes or 1-14 oz can diced tomatoes
• 1 bell pepper - diced
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp. McKays chicken seasoning (Vegan style)
• 1⁄4 tsp. dry parsley
• 1⁄2 tsp. garlic pwd.
• 1⁄2 tsp onion pwd.

Add 5 more cups water and bring to a boil then simmer 15 min. more.

This is an easy soup and makes a lot. This freezes well.