2 carrots, cut in thin sticks, about 1 1/2 inch long
2 celery stalks, cut in thin sticks
1 med. onion, chopped
1/2 lb. mushrooms
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 tbsp. olive oil or salad oil
2 cans Campbell's double strength chicken broth
1/2 c. quick cooking barley
1/2 pkg. frozen peas, rinsed with hot water to thaw
3/4 c. chicken (white or dark meat, cut in thin strips)

In 3-quart microwave casserole, cook first 6 ingredients on High 10 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in chicken broth and 1 (10 ounce) can of water. Add barley. Cook covered on High 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in peas and chicken. Cook covered on high for 4 minutes.