Cheesy Barley Sandwich Spread
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 131.5
- Total Fat: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 3.3 mg
- Sodium: 303.9 mg
- Total Carbs: 14.2 g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.4 g
- Protein: 8.2 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Cheesy Barley Sandwich Spread calories by ingredient
Introduction
This easy and incredibly tasty spread has become a firm favourite and is a regular on my lunch rotation.My favourite way to enjoy it to spread it thickly on a wholegrain tortilla, top with sliced cooked chicken and salad sprouts and roll it all up tightly - delicious! Also lovely with sliced cooked lamb, beef or other meats, or just alone for a simple but yummy sandwich.
*Adapted from original recipe at "http://busycooks.about.com/od/sandwichspr
eads/r/cheesybarleysandwichspread.htm" to make it even more low cal & low fat* This easy and incredibly tasty spread has become a firm favourite and is a regular on my lunch rotation.
My favourite way to enjoy it to spread it thickly on a wholegrain tortilla, top with sliced cooked chicken and salad sprouts and roll it all up tightly - delicious! Also lovely with sliced cooked lamb, beef or other meats, or just alone for a simple but yummy sandwich.
*Adapted from original recipe at "http://busycooks.about.com/od/sandwichspr
eads/r/cheesybarleysandwichspread.htm" to make it even more low cal & low fat*
Number of Servings: 6
Ingredients
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1/2 cup pearl barley (approx 100g)
1-1/3 cups water
8-ounces (227g approx) 95% fat free cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/3 cup chopped spring onions
1/2 cup chopped red capsicum
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram or italian herbs
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Rinse barley and place in small saucepan with water. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 35-45 minutes until barley is tender, or according to package directions. Drain if necessary and set aside to cool for 20 minutes.
In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with mustard until smooth. Add barley and remaining ingredients and mix well. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 4 days.
Makes 6-8 servings. (Nutritional Info calculated for 6 servings)
In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with mustard until smooth. Add barley and remaining ingredients and mix well. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 4 days.
Makes 6-8 servings. (Nutritional Info calculated for 6 servings)