1 c. barley
1 sm. onion, chopped fine
2 c. chicken or vegetable stock

Mix barley and onion with 1 cup boiling stock in pan or casserole with tight fitting cover. Bake in 300 degree oven for 45 minutes. Add second cup of hot stock and continue baking 30 to 40 minutes or until barley is soft and mixture is about dry. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Variation: Add 2 tablespoons minced parsley, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of your favorite herbs.