12 whole prunes (pitted and halved), optional but not on plan for THM
Instructions
Combine broth, water, chicken, celery and bay leves in a large sauce pan or dutch oven; Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken is tender. remove chicken to cutting board to cool.
Trim leeks. Cut off roots and any damaged leaves and rouph tops. Cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into ¾ inch pieces. Wash well.
Add leeks, barley, 1 teaspoon salt and allspice to the saucepan; cover and simmer 40 minutes or until leeks and barley are tender.
Cut chicken into bite size pieces and return to woup with prunes; simmer an additional 3 minutes or until the prunes soften. Remove and discard any bay leaves.