The weather is warming up, the days are getting longer and trees are in bud.  Signs of spring abound!  There are delicious signs of spring in the grocery produce department as well with the advent of two popular favorites – fresh asparagus and artichokes.  Here are a couple of delicious ways to incorporate these spring green gems into hearty grain-based entrees that are sure to become favorites.  Filet of Sole with Barley and Asparagus is a delicious choice for a swanky springtime dinner party.  For a more casual entrée with plenty of flavor and fiber, treat family and friends to Barley-Stuffed Artichokes.

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Welcome to www.barleyfoods.org, brought to you by the National Barley Foods Council. Here you'll learn about the US barley industry, the types of barley food products available in the marketplace, and the nutritional benefits of this wholesome grain. And for those with a penchant for good food, we've got a delicious lineup of barley recipes. So take a look around and enjoy your stay.

If the warm days of spring bring thoughts of salad for supper, we’ve got one that’s sure to fill the bill.  For Stacked Ham ‘n Barley Supper Salad, cooked barley is seasoned with zesty onion-mustard vinaigrette and layered with diced cooked ham, sliced green bell pepper, carrots, celery and radishes, torn Romaine lettuce and shredded Swiss cheese.  It’s a whole-meal salad that’s sure to satisfy big appetites no matter what the season.


 
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