Fennel Barley Soup

Ok, pick one... fennel or barley? Well, ok, I guess you can use both.

Fennel and Barley Soup

2 medium fennel bulbs, trimmed and chopped
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup barley
2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 Tbs fennel head, snipped
1/4 tsp black pepper
4 cups low-sodium V-8 juice
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounces) can vegetable broth or chicken broth

Toss everything in your crock pot. Cook on Low for 8- 10 hours or High for 4 to 5 hours.

Josh Day
Editor, Crockpot Crazy
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