Super Easy Mushroom Barley Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Heat a large saucepan and spray evenly with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Add mirepoix, reduce heat to medium, and saute until onion is translucent.
3. 3
   Add sliced mushrooms and 1/4 tsp salt.
4. 4
   Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are softened.
5. 5
   Combine vegetable broth concentrate packets with 4 cups water and add to pan.
6. 6
   Rinse barley and add to pan.
7. 7
   Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to simmer, covered, until barley is softened, approximately 45 minutes - 1 hour.
8. 8
   Add salt and pepper to taste.