Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter, divided1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced1 cup medium pearl barley1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 garlic clove, minced2 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper
Preparation
In a large saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Saute sausage until lightly browned. Remove from pan and set aside. Add remaining butter; saute barley, vegetables and garlic until barley is lightly browned. Return sausage to pan. Add water, tomatoes and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook over low heat until liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour.
