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Tomato Black Bean Barley Soup

Tomato Black Bean Barley Soup

Quick and easy!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
  • 4 cups water
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained
  • 15 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
  • Handful fresh basil, chopped or use 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • Dollops of sour cream (optional)
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • Wheat Rolls

Instructions

  • In large saucepan, cook onion and garlic in dressing in large saucepan on medium heat 5 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients except green peppers and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and stir in green peppers. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Top each bowl with dollop of sour cream.
  • Cook frozen corn according to the directions on the package.
  • Make homemade wheat rolls, or serve with store bought bread.
  • Serve Tomato Black Bean Barley Soup with Corn and Wheat Rolls.