This rustic soup combines the deep, earthy flavor of rehydrated slippery jack mushrooms with tender carrots, potatoes, and barley for a hearty, warming dish. Cozy and aromatic, it's a nourishing, plant-based soup that brings comfort in every spoonful.
- Rinse dried mushrooms and soak in 5 cups of water for 1 hour.(1 hour)
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic and onions until golden.(5 minutes)
- Drain (reserving the soaking water), chop the mushrooms, and add them to the pot. Give it a mix.(3 minutes)
- Add reserved soaking water, vegetable broth, and barley. Bring to a boil. Then lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.(30 minutes)
- Add potatoes and carrots. Cover and cook for another 30 minutes.(30 minutes)
- Season to taste and serve hot garnished with fresh thyme. Enjoy!