In a saucepan, combine the barley and 3 cups of vegetable stock. Bring to a boil over medium heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large pot and add the onion, carrots, celery and mushrooms. Cover and sweat the vegetables for about 5 minutes, until they begin to soften. Add the remaining vegetable stock and simmer 30 minutes, covered. Add the barley and simmer 5 minutes more. Add salt to taste and ladle
into bowls. Serve garnished with some chopped fresh parsley.
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