To Cook: Sort and rinse. Add 1 part barley to 3 cups water and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, approximately 1-2 hours. Because it is a true whole grain, hulless barley requires a fairly long cooking time; however, you can reduce this by pre-soaking the grain for 8-10 hours, or overnight. Pre-soaking will reduce the cooking time by half. Suggestions: 1. A favorite soup grain, barley is also a great addition to chili, stews, casseroles and salads. 2. Barley may substituted for rice or other grains in any recipe. 3. Pair barley with green beans, fresh peas, mushrooms, and onions. 4. Grind barley into a flour to be added to baked goods. 46 grams of whole grain per serving.