Ingredients

1 C. pearl barley
1 C. chopped onion
1 C. chopped celery
1/2 C. chopped leeks
3 ham hocks,
Or 2 slices smoked ham, chopped
3 1/2 quarts chicken stock
6 Tbsp. instant mashed potatoes
1 C. heavy cream
Bouquet Garni:
6 parsley sprigs
1/2 tsp. thyme
2 medium

Cooking Instructions

Wrap herbs in piece of cheesecloth. Combine all ingredients except mashed potatoes and cream in removable liner. Place liner in base. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours. Remove ham hocks, if used, and discard. Also, discard bouquet garni. Add instant mashed potatoes, stirring well, and add cream. Cook on high for 15 minutes.
 
 
 "Jesus *said to them, "My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to accomplish His work." (John 4:34)