Ingredients

1

cup uncooked barley

1/2

cup water

2

tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

3/4

teaspoon seasoned salt

1/2

teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1/4

teaspoon pepper

1

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1

can (14 ounces) chicken broth

1

cup frozen green peas (from 1-pound bag)

1/4

cup finely chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-ounce jar)

Preparation

Mix all ingredients except peas and bell peppers in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker.

Cover and cook on low heat setting 5 to 6 hours or until barley is tender.

Stir in peas and bell peppers. Cover and cook on high heat setting 15 to 20 minutes or until hot.