2medium russet potatoespeeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
2teaspoonsminced fresh thyme
2sprigs fresh rosemary
1bay leaf
⅔cupbarleyuncooked
3cupsbaby kaleor spinach, stems trimmed and chopped
1 14.5ozsmall white beansnavy beans, drained and rinsed
1-10ouncepackage frozen peas
salt and pepper
Instructions
Heat oil in a large stockpot on high heat and add onion, parsnips, and carrots, and cook until lightly browned and softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds more.
Add broth, and then potatoes, uncooked barley, and herbs and bay leaf and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for about 50 minutes, or until barley is tender.
Remove and discard bay leaf and rosemary stems.
With an immersion blender, pulse soup about 10 times, or until desired consistency is achieved.
Alternatively, remove about 2 cups of the solids and liquid and puree them in a blender. Add pureed mixture back into the pot.
Add drained beans, kale and peas, and simmer for another 10 minutes, or until peas are tender.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Adapted from Cook's Country Refrigerate leftover soup in a covered container for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.