Pearled Barley

[JJeannette]

Just a quick question---. I'm just beginning to try and use more whole grains in my cooking. I've found several recipes calling for pearl barley (which I just got yesterday). Anyway, my question is "is there any real reason why I couldn't use Quick Barley in place of the pearl, when I want to cut time"?

[donleyk]

The instant just doesn't compare in taste and texture. If you have the time I'd go with the the pearl.