1 apple, peeled, cored, and grated 4 cups of grated carrots 1 tablespoon of pearl barley 1/2 cup of butter, melted 1/2 cup of water 2 teaspoons of sugar 1 teaspoon of lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon of salt
Combine all ingredients in heavy saucepan. Bring to boil, turn down heat, cover pan closely, and simmer over low heat until barley is soft, about 2 hours. Check liquid from time to time, adding more water if necessary. Serves 6.