Easy Lentil Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
01 -
4 garlic cloves, minced small.
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2 big potatoes, peeled and chopped.
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2 spoons of butter.
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2 celery stalks, sliced thin.
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8 cups of chicken or veggie broth.
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2 large carrots, peeled and sliced.
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2 cups of green lentils, washed off.
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1 onion, diced up.
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat up butter in a large pot. Toss in garlic, celery, potatoes, onion, and carrots. Let them soften up for about 5 or 6 minutes.
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Pour in the lentils and broth. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Let it come to a slow simmer.
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Let it cook for 45 minutes while stirring occasionally. Veggies should be nice and tender.
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Want it less runny? Mix a couple of spoons of cornflour and water, then stir it in well.
# Notes:
01 -
Blend a little to make it smoother.
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If possible, soak lentils for a couple of hours first.
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Add bay leaves or a pinch of thyme for more depth.