Easy Lentil Soup

Lentils, onion and tomatoes in a savory broth flavored with cumin and curry.

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Ingredients:

• 1 (16 oz) pkg dry lentils  
• 1 large yellow onion (or 2 medium) coarsely chopped
• 1 large clove garlic (or 2 med.)    finely chopped
• 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 Tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 2-3 teaspoons salt
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil

Method

Rinse and clean lentils. In a stockpot add olive oil and heat on medium. Add onions and garlic and saute until translucent. Add curry and cumin, stir and saute another minute. Add lentils, 6 cups water and 2 teaspoons salt, and bring to a boil. Add canned tomatoes and bring to a boil again. Reduce heat and simmer until lentis are tender and soup thickens (about 1 hour) Add water as necessary during the cooking process. Salt and pepper to taste.

Notes: Chicken stock may be substituted for water if you wish to make a vegetarian soup. Garnish with grated parmesano reggiano and chopped parsely.

Number of servings: 8

Submitted By: noodlemama
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