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How to make lentil soup

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25
STEPS
INGREDIENTS

Prep lentils overnight by soaking them and checking for stones/rocks  Strain lentils and dry lentils

Prep lentils overnight by soaking them and checking for stones/rocks Strain lentils and dry lentils

Prep ingredients.

Prep ingredients.

Add extra virgin olive oil over medium heat

Add extra virgin olive oil over medium heat

Add carrots and minced garlic.

Add carrots and minced garlic.

Stir occasionally until carrots and garlic soften. About 6 mins.

Add the tomatoes

Add the tomatoes

Add lentils and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer until lentils are tender. About 25 mins. Salt and pepper to taste. (Optional)

Add lentils and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer until lentils are tender. About 25 mins. Salt and pepper to taste. (Optional)

I added some hot sauce and a pinch of cayenne pepper. I like it spicy and I felt it needed something.

Let stand. Serve.

  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 carrots, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup lentils, dried and rinsed
  • 4 cups of water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of Hot sauce
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper