LENTIL & PASTA SOUP, ITALIAN STYLE

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A high protein dish that is chock-full of herbs and veggies, sure to warm the heart and stomach. Recipe: http://www.recipe4living.com Photo source: feastsandfotos.wordpress.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 c olive oil
1 carrot, peeled and diced small
1 celery rib, diced small
1 small onion, peeled and chopped small
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried basil
2 c dried green or brown lentils
8 c vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
2 c small pasta, cooked (such as orzo, ditalini, elbow, or shells)
1/4 c romano cheese, shredded or grated

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil and saute the carrot, celery, and onion. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or untl soft. Add garlic, seasonings and lentils; stir. Cook for 30 seconds.
  • 2. Add broth, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer for 30 mnutes on low heat until lentils are tender.
  • 3. Add the cooked pasta to lentils; stir to combine. Serve with grated cheese sprinkled on top.

Muhammad
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always add a little extra Parmesan cheese on top.


Allan Keron
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This soup is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. My kids love it and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.


Delta Cameron
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Javeria Zuilfqar
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so satisfying. I love curling up with a bowl of this soup on a cold winter day.


No Interested
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kutloeno Mokoena
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Annie Brown
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use up leftover lentils and pasta. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Umair Hashmi
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always add a little extra garlic and chili flakes to give it a bit of a kick.


Raghib Mustafa
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils and pasta. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Dinesh Bham
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This is the best lentil pasta soup I've ever had! The flavors are amazing and the soup is so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Pomaa Fredrica
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the combination of lentils, pasta, and vegetables. I also added a bit of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.


Kelsey Gorrell
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I made this soup for my family and everyone loved it! The soup is packed with flavor and the lentils and pasta make it really filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy soup.


Attitude Girl
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This lentil pasta soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils and pasta provide a good source of protein and fiber, while the vegetables add flavor and nutrition. I especially enjoyed the addition of the Par