Vegetarian

Creamy Barley and Kale is for Dinner.

Creamy Barley and Kale takes 30 minutes to prepare.

Creamy Barley and Kale takes 30 minutes to cook.

Creamy Barley and Kale makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Creamy Barley and Kale are:

2 c. pearl barley
1 28 oz. can of diced tomatoes
1 bunch of kale, chopped and washed (8-ish cups)
8-10 slices of dried tomatoes, cut in half
(optional, but delicious!)
1 onion, chopped fine
2 T olive oil
2 oz. neufschatel cheese/cream cheese
1/2 c. sharp shredded cheese of your choice (I use sharp cheddar)
1/2 t salt
1/2 t black pepper

Here is how you make Creamy Barley and Kale:

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add onions, salt and pepper. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender . (6-8 min.)2. Add barley, tomatoes, dried tomatoes, and 3 c. water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat, let simmer for 3-5 minutes, then cover and let simmer for 12 minutes or until barley is tender. 3. Mix in kale, cream cheese, and half of the shredded cheese until it's mixed-in well and the kale is tender. 4. Top with remainder of the cheese, cover for a few minutes, and then serve.This is especially yummy served aside a couple of turkey sausage links. Delish! Makes 6 generous helpings. Number of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SENORAHACHE.

The nutritional information for Creamy Barley and Kale is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 412.2

• Total Fat: 11.5 g
• Cholesterol: 15.5 mg
• Sodium: 509.0 mg
• Total Carbs: 68.4 g
• Dietary Fiber: 15.3 g
• Protein: 14.0 g

The dietary needs meet for Creamy Barley and Kale is Vegetarian