Orange Barley Casserole

Barley is a good alternative to rice.

• Ready In: 4 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  cup  orange juice
• 1  cup vegetable broth or 1  cup chicken broth
• 1⁄3 cup pearl barley
• 1⁄4 cup dried currant
• 1⁄4 cup  dried apricot, cut into strips
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped pitted dates
• 1  tart apple, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 2  tablespoons  chopped pecans

Directions

1. Add all the ingredients to a slow cooker; stir to mix evenly.
2. Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours; season to taste with salt, if needed; serve hot.