mac.n.cheese spin.off

Kraft. eat your heart out.  This is pretty basic, but also a lot healthier then your average box of mac n cheese.

BARLEY MAC 'N CHEESE

1/4 c. barley uncooked

1/2 white onion, chopped or sliced

1/2 tomato, diced

1 oz sharp cheddar, shredded

1 oz fresh parmesan, shredded

dash of the following [to flavor]

pepper

allspice

paprika

cumin

Directions:

#1 bring at least 1 c of water to boil, add barley and cook until tender [up to 30m.] but not until fully cooked.

#2 add onion and tomato, reduce heat, cook for another 15 min.

#3 drain any additional water in pan.

#4 add spices and cheese.

#5 stir and serve.