Pearl Barley Risotto with Spinach

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor while being dairy-free.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add pearl barley and stir to coat in oil, cooking for 2-3 minutes.

Gradually add vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more.

Continue until barley is tender and creamy, about 30-35 minutes total.

Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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