Sweet Potato Barley Hash

Sweet and nutty. Good for any meal.

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 c uncooked barley
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 sweet potato, diced small
• 1/2 – 1 c water or stock
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

Heat oil on medium. Sauté barley until nutty brown. Add onion and potato. Stir 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water, bring to boil, then cover, lower heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Check often to stir and add water if needed. Season with salt and pepper. When soft, remove from heat. Allow to sit 5-10 minutes to absorb any excess water.

Vegans: eat as is. Vegetarians: nice topped with a fried or poached egg. Carnivores can add chicken or steak.