Lemon-Parmesan Barley - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups water (chicken or vegetable) or 1 1/2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup quick-cooking barley
1/4 cup shaved fresh parmesan cheese, about 1 ounce
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

Combine the water or broth, olive oil and pepper in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
Stir in the barley, cover, reduce heat and simmer 13 minutes or until tender and liquid is absorbed.
Remove pan from heat; stir in cheese, lemon zest, and parsley. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork before serving.