Barley Thickened Mushroom Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. mushroom slices (about 1/2 lb.)
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1/3 c. butter or margarine
1/3 c. flour
3 c. water
2 c. milk
1/2 c. quick barley
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dried parsley flakes

Preparation

Saute mushrooms, onion and green pepper in butter.
Blend in flour; continue cooking until browned.
Add water gradually with milk.
Add remaining ingredients.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Stir frequently; reduce heat.
Cover; simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or
until barley is tender.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.