Autumn Barley Stew

Ingredients

• 1¾ cup barley
• 10 cup vegetable broth
• 2 onions, chopped in large pieces
• 3 potatoes, white, chunked
• 1 large sweet potato, chunked
• 1 lbs Brussels sprouts
• 2 tbsp tamari, low sodium
• 1 tsp parsley flakes
• 2 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp dill weed
• 3 tomatoes, wedged

Directions

1. Place barley and water in large pot.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Add remaining ingedients, except the tomatoes.
4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 50 minutes.
5. Add the tomatoes.
6. Cook an additional 10 minutes.
7. Serve hot.
8. Can be prepared in a slow cooker, but don't add the tomatoes until just before serving.