An easy and delicious soup that kids may even enjoy!
Ingredients
2cans of diced tomatoes
2cupslentils - rinsed & drained
1litre vegetable or chicken stock
2teaspoonsof minced garlic or 2 garlic cloves - chopped
3large carrots - chopped
4celery stalks (including the leaves) - chopped
2onions - chopped
3tablespoons olive oil
Optional (extra vegetables can be added of your choice)
2cupsof cabbage - chopped
1cupeggplant - chopped
Shallots
Leek
Instructions
In a heavy large saucepan heat the oil and add the onions, celery, carrots, and garlic (and other vegetables); sauté until vegetables begin to brown for about 15 minutes.
Add the stock, lentils, canned tomatoes and bring to boil.
Place a lid and reduce heat to a simmer until lentils are tender - about 35 minutes.
Use a stick/hand blender and puree until smooth. If too thick, thin soup with a little boiling water from the kettle.
Season with salt and pepper and serve with some toasted bread.
NOTES:
Lentils need to be either left soaking overnight or the quick method includes 1 cup of lentils to 3 cups of water; bring to boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
An easy and delicious soup that kids may even enjoy!
