Barley And Cannellini Bean Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (no need to drain, the liquid add to the soup broth)
1 (15 ounce) can vegetable broth
45 ounces water
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
3 tablespoons oregano
3/4 cup uncooked barley
2 cups chopped broccoli
2 medium carrots, chopped
red wine (optional)
salt and pepper

Preparation

Saute the garlic and onion in the oil in a large soup pot.
Cook for several minutes, and then add the tomatoes, vegetable broth, water, beans and oregano.
Bring to a boil, add the barley, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until the barley is almost cooked.
Add the broccoli, carrots, salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes, or until the veggies are just tender.
Serve immediately.