Gerstensuppe Barley Soup

I have never made this but have woman's day cookbook and it's in it. Looks good.

Heat butter in heavy saucepan.

Saut onions , celery , and barley in it.

Sprinkle with flour.

Gradually stir in hot broth.

Season with salt and pepper.

Simmer , covered , for about 1 hour , stirring occasionally , until barley is very tender.

Remove from heat and add cream.

butter, barley, celery, onion, flour, chicken broth, salt & pepper, heavy cream