Lentil Barley Soup - MA SNAP-ED

Ingredients

• 1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over for ones that don’t look good
• 4 scallions, including greens, sliced
• 1 carrot, scrubbed or peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, including leaves, sliced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄4 cup raw barley or brown rice
• 12 cup chicken, beef, or vegetable stock
• 1 (16-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• salt and pepper
• lemon wedges
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, parsley, or cilantro leaves