4 potatoes, peel and diced
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, cut in half
1 parsnip, peeled and diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 turnip, peeled and diced
1 celery root, peeled and diced (celeriac) (optional)
1 fennel, diced (optional)
1 leek, washed and thinly sliced
1 rutabaga, peeled and diced
1 (15 ounce) can vegetable broth
1/3 cup barley
1/3 cup cilantro, washed and chopped
4 cups water
salt and pepper

In a large saucepan add all ingredients and bring to a boil. Simmer until
all vegetables are soft and barley is cooked, about 40 minutes uncovered.
Add additional water if needed. When done you can mash a little with the
potato masher or eat as is.