Our mushroom barley risotto is a warm and comforting dish made with soft pearl barley, gentle mushrooms, and butterbeans, all cooked together in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Serve with peas and broccoli and it’s a nourishing meal that’s perfect for happy little tummies.
What do we love about our mushroom barley risotto?
With its soft, creamy texture alongside tender grains and blended beans this dish is easy satisfying for all ages. Pearl barley and butterbeans provide a natural source of fibre and plant base protein, while mushrooms, onions, and herbs contribute important vitamins and minerals. The milk, crème fraîche, and cheese also provide calcium, supporting strong bones and teeth for growing children.
Ingredients
- oil
- red onion
- mushrooms
- rosemary leaves
- thyme leaves
- pearl barley
- water
- milk
- butterbeans
- dried porcini
- nutritional yeast
- black pepper
- Italian cheese
- creme fraiche
- lemon juice
Download the full recipe, HERE.

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