Barley Pilaf

Directions

1. 1
   Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden brown, about 6 minutes.
3. 3
   Add the barley and stir until the grains are just coated in butter.
4. 4
   Add the broth and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Uncover and quickly stir in the spaghetti; cover and continue to simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed and the barley and spaghetti are tender, stirring once more, about 15 minutes more.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Season to taste with salt and pepper and sprinkle with chopped chives.