Barley Cereal with Pear

INGREDIENTS

½ cup pressed barley flakes, soaked for 24 hours
2 ½ cups water
1 pear, cored and chopped
2 tablespoons raisins
½ teaspoon cinnamon

Optional toppings and add-insprunes, dates or dried cranberries
blueberries

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place barley in a bowl and rinse 2-3 times. Cover with cold water and leave to soak for 24 hours. It is okay to leave soaking on the counter, but you can also keep it in the fridge overnight if you prefer.
2. When you are ready to make this cereal, drain the soaking water and rinse again 2-3 times. Add to a small saucepan with water and bring to a boil on high heat. Reduce to a simmer after it comes to a boil and partially cover. Simmer for 25 minutes.
3. Cut pear into quarters and remove the core. Cut into bite-sized pieces and add to the barley along with the raisins and cinnamon. Continue to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Add water or adjust the heat if it is sticking, or you prefer it more watery.

Source

Buttered Veg