Name: Hearty Red Bean & Barley Stew
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 c. pearl barley; 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems and leaves separated, finely chopped; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 1 bulb fennel, fronds removed, ends trimmed, cored, coarsely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tbsp. tomato paste; 2 tsp. ground coriander; 2 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. allspice; 1 tsp. ground ginger; 10 c. low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 bay leaves (optional); 2 sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1" pieces; 1 (15-oz.) can low-sodium kidney beans, drained, rinsed; 1 1/2 tsp. apple cider vinegar; 1 1/2 tsp. sugar; 1 c. chopped fresh dill, divided; 1 c. chopped fresh mint, divided

Step 1In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat 1 tbsp. oil. Add barley and cook, stirring occasionally, until toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Transfer barley to a small bowl.

Step 2In same pot over medium heat, heat remaining 2 tbsp. oil. Add chard stems, onion, fennel, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring frequently, until brick red, about 1 minute. Add coriander, cumin, allspice, and ginger. Cook, stirring, until tomato paste is caramelized and spices are fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3Add broth, bay leaves (if using), and 1 tbsp. salt; cover and bring to a boil. Add barley, reduce to a simmer, and cook 15 minutes. Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until barley and potatoes are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

Step 4Add chard leaves, beans, vinegar, and sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until chard leaves are wilted and beans are warmed through, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 c. dill and 1/2 c. mint; season with salt and pepper. Discard bay leaves (if using).

Step 5Divide stew among bowls and top with remaining 1/2 c. dill and 1/2 c. mint.

Hearty Red Bean & Barley Stew

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