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Lentil Soup without Tomato Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
• 1 or 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 lb dry red lentils
• 6 cups water or stock
• 1 bay leaf
Directions:
Directions:
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 pot. 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 sautιing vegetables, such as cumin, thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes.
Hot sauce can be added to taste. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is a nice addition, preferably immediately before serving.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4

 

 

 

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