Barley Soup
1 qt chicken stock
1 cup bite-sized cooked chicken
1 onion, sliced into rings
1 rib celery, chopped
1 parsnip, sliced thin
1 cup pearl barley
1 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 dash salt
1/4 cup shredded carrot
Combine all ingredients in crockpot, except salt and carrot, and cook on low 4-6 hours. Add salt and carrots during the last hour. Season to taste.
This soup is rich in protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.