Lamb and Barley Soup

Ingredients

 * 1) 2  	 lbs   lamb stew meat, diced
 * 2) 6 	bay leaves, to taste
 * 3) kosher salt
 * 4) 1/4 	cup olive oil
 * 5) 2 	cups onions, diced
 * 6) 2 	cups carrots, sliced
 * 7) 1 	cup celery, diced
 * 8) 2 	cups parsnips, sliced
 * 9) 1 	cup pearl barley
 * 10) 4-6 	cups chicken stock
 * 11) 2 	cups white wine
 * 12) 1/2 	teaspoon oregano
 * 13) 1/2 	teaspoon chopped mint
 * 14) fresh ground black pepper

Directions
1. Place lamb in a large pot and cover with cold water.

2. Add bay leaves and salt; bring to a boil.

3. Simmer briskly for for 2 hours.

4. In separate large stockpot, heat the olive oil.

5. Add onions, carrots, celery and parsnips; saute 10-15 minute Add barley, cooked with its stock, chicken stock, white wine, oregano and mint, and bring to a boil.

6. Simmer for 1 hour.

7. Remove from heat, and season with salt, pepper and lemon oil, to taste.

8. Serve immediately.