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.
 
 
 "I have heard the grumblings of the sons of Israel; speak to them, saying, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall be filled with bread; and you shall know that I am the LORD your God.'" (Exodus 16: