Mushroom and Barley Soup Using Fresh, Frozen and Dry Mushrooms

Name: Mushroom and Barley Soup Using Fresh, Frozen and Dry Mushrooms
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 oz fresh mushrooms; 8 oz frozen porcini mushrooms (if you can't find them, substitute more fresh mushrooms), thawed; 1/4 cup dry mushrooms, (porcini, chanterelle); 4 strips bacon, cut into small pieces (lardons); 1 Tablespoon butter or oil; 1 onion, chopped; 1/3 cup pearled barley; 3 potatoes, chopped; 8 cups water; 1/4 cup heavy cream; sour cream, optional, for serving; 1-2 Tablespoons fresh herbs (dill, parsley, green onions)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:45min

One of the most comforting soups is a Mushroom and Barley Soup and this one is made with fresh, frozen and Dry mushrooms, so the mushroom flavor is supremely predominant. The creamy, luscious broth, the potatoes, bacon, onion, and mushrooms cook together to make a very cozy and satisfying meal.

Updated at: Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:26:31 GMT