Barley Pilaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 c. pearl barley, soaked overnight
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 c. yellow onion, minced
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
3 1/2 c. beef broth
2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg

Preparation

Drain the barley, then saute it in olive oil for 5 minutes over medium-high heat with the onion.
Add salt, pepper and beef broth.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer and cook 30 to 45 minutes or until barley is just done.
Don't overcook or the barley will lose its nutty flavor.
Add parsley and nutmeg.
Toss and serve.