Easy Barley Risotto with Mushrooms

or 18 oz chanterelles (or other mushrooms)

olive oil (divided)

shallots (finely chopped)

garlic (minced)

or 1 cup barley

or 1/2 cup white wine

or 4 cups vegetable stock

leaves sage

or 2 oz soft goat cheese

salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)