Ham Barley and Almond Bake

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Ham, Barley and Almond Bake
Yield: Makes 8 servings
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This one-dish meal showcases barley in a delicious mixture of veggies and herbs. Pair with a side salad of mixed leafy greens.
Ingredients:
1/2
cup slivered almonds

1
tablespoon margarine or butter

1
cup uncooked barley

1
cup chopped carrots

1
bunch green onions, sliced

2
stalks celery, sliced

3
cloves garlic, minced

1
pound lean smoked ham, cubed

2
teaspoons dried basil

1
teaspoon dried oregano

1/4
teaspoon black pepper

2
cans (14 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth

1/2
pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces



Preparation:
1.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 13X9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

2.
Spread almonds in single layer on baking sheet. Bake 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Set aside

3.
Melt margarine in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add barley, carrots, onions, celery and garlic; cook and stir 2 minutes or until onions are tender. Remove from heat. Stir in ham, toasted almonds, basil, oregano and pepper. Spoon into prepared dish.

4.
Place broth in medium saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Pour over barley mixture.

5.
Cover tightly with foil; bake 20 minutes. Remove from oven; stir in green beans. Bake, covered, 30 minutes or until barley is tender.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1/8 of total recipe
Sodium 914 mg
Protein 19 g
Fiber 7 g
Carbohydrate 25 g
Cholesterol 31 mg
Saturated Fat 2 g
Total Fat 9 g
Calories from Fat 32 %
Calories 251
Dietary Exchange:
Fat 1/2
Meat 2
Starch 1-1/2


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