Tomato Barley Soup With Thyme

Ingredients

• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes

• 1 (16 ounce) can small white beans, drained
• 2 raw potatoes, diced
• 2 raw carrots, diced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 bouillon cubes
• 1/3 cup barley
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 2-4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1. 1

   Sautee garlic and onion in small amount of oil or butter until translucent.

2. 2

   Add to a large soup pot, along with remaining ingredients, except water.

3. 3

   Add 2 cups of the water, and add the rest if neccessary .

4. 4

   Bring pot to a simmer and stir occasionally. Cook for about 1/2 hour on medium low heat until the barley, potatoes, and carrots are all cooked nicely.

5. 5

   Add more water if neccessary as cooking. The barley will need water to cook, but the consistency can be quite stew like if you reduce the amount.

6. 6

   Remove Bay leaves and serve.