Tomato and Mushroom Barley Soup

Ingredients

1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Italian Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing
2 cups small fresh mushrooms
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 cups water
1 can (14 fl oz/540 mL) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup pearl barley, uncooked

Directions

Heat dressing in large saucepan on medium-high heat. Add fresh vegetables; cook 4 to 5 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in water, tomatoes and barley. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 30 min. or until barley is tender.
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