Rice / Barley Casseroles

There is something magical about the combination of pearl barley or brown rice, melted cheese and vegetables such as cheese and spinach. It just never goes wrong and you can serve it to dinner guests and then eat the leftovers for lunch the next day. I love being able to use the tired vegetables at the end of the week (and even leftover rice or barley) in casseroles. I often make a whole lot in one go and freeze to reheat later. It's the best 'fast' food ever!

Pearl Barley baked with Spinach, Garlic and Mushrooms

This is a light yet healthy meal, perfect as a light dinner. It is packed with complex carbohydrates, iron, folate and other vitamins and minerals.