Lentil Soup Recipe
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Enjoy this hearty and comforting Lentil Soup! It's perfect for chilly days and makes a satisfying meal on its own or paired with crusty bread.
INGREDIENTS
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
– 6 cups vegetable broth or water
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
– 2 bay leaves
INSTRUCTIONS
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Add dried lentils, vegetable broth or water, diced tomatoes (with their juices), bay
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Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let the soup simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, you can add more vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves before serving.
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Ladle the lentil soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
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Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup, if desired.
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