Homemade Lentil Barley Stew Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup dried lentils, rinsed
• 1/4 cup medium pearl barley
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce