Kielbasa, Beans and Barley

puppitypup's Note:

Hubby loves Kielbasa and I love Barley, so I thought it was about time I came up with a dish that combines them. Use whatever kind of beans you like, I used small white beans last night.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 40 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs 35 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

BARLEY

• ¼ cup pearl barley
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cups water

KIELBASA

• ½ large sweet onion
• ½-1 lb turkey kielbasa
• 1 (15 ounce) can beans
• ½ cup warm water
• ¼ teaspoon no-sodium chicken bouillon
• 1 dash parsley

Directions:

1. Cook barley per package directions. This will take between 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours.
2. Chop onion and kielbasa. Spray pan with Pam and saute onion over medium heat until softened.
3. Add kielbasa and saute for a few minutes longer.
4. Drain and rinse beans, then add to pan.
5. Dissolve bouillon in water, then add to pan along with parsley.
6. Add barley, stir well and cook until all is heated through and excess liquid evaporates. (It should be moist, just not soupy.).