Orange Barley - cooking recipe

Ingredients

7 1/2 c. barley
5 chopped onions
2 1/2 tsp. oregano
3 bay leaves
20 Tbsp. margarine
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp. basil
2 1/2 lb. thinly sliced mushrooms
11 c. orange juice
2 1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

Brown barley lightly in margarine.
Add onions and garlic. Stir over moderate heat for 5 minutes.
Add spices and mushrooms. Stir to mix.
Add stock, juice and salt.
Bring to a boil.
Cover tightly and bake in a preheated 350\u00b0 oven for 1 1/2 hours or until liquid is absorbed and barely tender.
Add liquid if necessary. Barley should be firm and chewy.
Serves 30.