Bündner Gerstensuppe

This nourishing Swiss barley soup has origins in the alpine Canton of Graubünden. Traditionally, it is made with pearl barley, stock, carrots, potatoes, celery, white cabbage, leeks, dried or smoked meat, and cream. Although the soup is not difficult to prepare, it is quite time-consuming in order to bring out all of the flavors. This thick soup is especially popular as a lunch option while skiing in the Alps.