Barley Casserole

4 tbsp. butter
2 med. onions, chopped
8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 c. pearled barley
3 c. chicken or beef broth, divided
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/3 c. chopped parsley (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
2. Melt butter over med. heat in an oven-proof pan. Saute onions 2 min. Add mushrooms and cook 5-7 min. more.
3. Add barley. Cook until lightly browned. Add 2 c. of broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Cover and bake 45 min. Remove pan and add remaining 1 c. of broth. Return covered pan to oven and bake 30 min. more.
5. Garnish with parsley, if desired.