Mushroom Barley Risotto Recipe A Vegetarian Dream

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped (approx. 150g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 6g)
• 1 pound mixed mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, oyster), sliced (450g)
• 1 ½ cups pearl barley, rinsed (300g)
• ½ cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio) (120ml)
• 6 cups vegetable broth, heated (1.4L)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving (50g)
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (15g)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28g)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Truffle oil (a few drops, optional)
• Extra Parmesan shavings (optional)
• Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)