Lentil Soup - 7 (SF)

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Lentil Soup

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1 or 2 Tbsp (3 or 6 tsp) olive oil

1 onion, diced

2 carrots, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 lb (225 g) dry red lentils

6 cups water -OR- stock

1 bay leaf

 

 

1. Pick over the lentils and remove any stones etc. Rinse well.

 

2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once oil is

hot, add the onion and carrots. Cook for a few minutes, until the

vegetables have started to soften, then add the garlic.

 

3. Add the lentils, bay leaf, and water to the pan. Simmer over low-

medium heat for 20-30 minutes, until lentils are softened.

 

 

Serves 4.

 

 

 

Optional Additions

 

Herbs and/or spices can be added to the sauteing vegetables, such

as cumin, oregano, red pepper flakes.

 

Hot sauce can be added to taste. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is

a nice addition, preferably immediately before serving.