Christmas is the feast commemorating the birth of Christ. It is fixed in the liturgical year as December 25th and is preceded by four week of fasting called Advent.Baked Barley Casserole
- 1 cup barley
- Butter
- 3 tbs. olive oil or peanut oil
- 2 or 3 medium yellow onions, peeled and chopped
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 6 cups chicken or beef broth
Brown the barley in a little butter and the oil. Place in a casserole. Brown the yellow onions in butter, and add them to the barley. Add salt and pepper. Add 3 cups of the chicken or beef broth, cover, and place in a 350ºF oven for about, or until the moisture is almost absorbed. Add another 3 cups of broth, and cook, covered, until absorbed.
