Slow Cooker Crock Pot Cream of Portabella Barley Soup

Indulge in the earthy comfort of Slow Cooker Crock Pot Cream of Portabella Barley Soup, a hearty and creamy dish perfect for cozy nights. This recipe blends tender portabella mushrooms, nutty pearl barley, and a medley of sautéed vegetables in a rich, velvety broth thickened with heavy cream. Slow-cooked to perfection, the soup develops deep, savory flavors with minimal effort, making it a fantastic make-ahead meal for busy days. Enhanced with a hint of thyme and finished with fresh parsley, this wholesome soup is satisfying enough to serve as a main course. Whether you're seeking a vegetarian comfort food recipe or a slow cooker classic, this dish delivers on taste, texture, and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz portabella mushrooms
• 0.5 cup pearl barley
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 2 celery stalk, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups unsalted vegetable broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean and slice the portabella mushrooms. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are slightly softened.

Step 4

Transfer the sautéed vegetables and mushrooms into your slow cooker.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth, pearl barley, dried thyme, salt, and ground black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with a lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours, or until the barley is tender.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and heavy cream until smooth. Slowly stir this mixture into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken it.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the soup warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2677.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1700.9

Total Fat 106.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 305.8mg	0%
Sodium 2916.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 36.2IU	0%
Calcium 272.6mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 3234.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 35.6%