Cooked Barley

Barley is arguably one of the oldest grains known to man. You'll find it in your beer, but it's even better on your dinner plate.  It has a nutty taste and a pasta-like texture.  You can add it to salads, stews, soups and pilafs. It's supposed to be good for you.  But you should eat it because it's good.


Barley
3/4 cup dried barley
2 cups water


Stir barley into boiling water.
Cover the pot and simmer for about 30 minutes.

The barley should still be a bit chewy - that's when it's the best.