Barley risotto with asparagus – Augusta Health

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 cup finely diced onion
• 3 cups cooked barley
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
• 1 cup white wine
• 3 cups sliced crimini mushrooms
• 2 cups chopped asparagus
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup half-and-half
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper