Beans and kale are packed into each bite of this hearty slow-cooker soup. Barley provides a chewy texture, while dried mushrooms lend earthiness and depth. Finishing with acidic lemon juice brightens the flavors.
Ingreadient
1¼ cups dried bean soup mix (see note)
½ cup dried shiitake mushrooms
3 cups water
8 cups vegetable broth
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 cup finely chopped carrot
¾ cup finely chopped scrubbed yukon gold potato
½ cup pearl barley, rinsed
¼ cup white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon ground pepper
¾ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ teaspoon salt plus ⅛ teaspoon
1 (4 inch) parmesan rind
4 cups finely chopped curly kale
½ cup chopped fresh herbs, such as flat-leaf parsley or chives, plus whole parsley leaves for garnish