CREAMED AND CURRIED LENTIL SOUP

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Creamed and Curried Lentil Soup image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 - 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onion
2 medium-size tart apples, peeled, cored and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons curry powder
2 cups lentils
8 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan, add onion and saute until golden. Add apples and continue to saute over medium heat until tender. Stir in garlic and saute a few minutes longer.
  • Add curry powder and continue cooking the mixture until the ingredients are well coated with the curry.
  • Stir in the lentils, add the chicken stock, bring to a simmer and cook partly covered until the lentils are very tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Puree the mixture in a food processor or a blender.
  • Return the soup to the saucepan and add the cream. Bring to a simmer, season to taste with salt and pepper and add lemon juice. Serve sprinkled with toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 395, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 759 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Alicia Sophie
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This soup is easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover lentils.


Noah Hendrix
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I love that this soup is made with coconut milk. It gives it a rich and creamy texture.


Bishal Patel
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with lentils, carrots, celery, and onions. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


jamshaid hashmi
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I'm not a big fan of curry, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The soup was creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


AK Baloch
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the flavorful curry spices. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Shanikhan Shanikhan
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I'm a big fan of lentil soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The soup is creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice. I love that it's made with lentils, which are a healthy and affordable protein. I will definitely be making t


Saleem Bhatti
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This soup is perfect for a cold day. It's creamy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of spice. I love that it's made with lentils, which are a healthy and affordable protein. I will definitely be making this again.


Haris Awan
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nusrat Sultana Aiterja
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some lentils that I had cooked earlier in the week and I wasn't sure what to do with them. I found this recipe and it was perfect! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the lentils were cook


Nims Medico Clinic
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The soup was creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Shabbir Hussain
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I love that it's made with lentils, which are a healthy and affordable protein. The curry flavor is perfect and the soup is creamy and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


GARM ANDAY
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I was looking for a new lentil soup recipe and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! The soup is creamy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Victoria Ahukanna
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This soup is a winner! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The lentils cook up perfectly and the curry flavor is amazing. I usually serve it with a side of naan bread, which is the perfect way to soak up all the delicious sauce.


Dil Baby Girl
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The soup was creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice. I especially liked the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the soup a rich and creamy texture.


Shawn Combs
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This creamed and curried lentil soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The lentils are cooked in a creamy sauce with curry powder, cumin, and other spices. The result is a flavorful and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold day.