LENTIL VEGETABLE SOUP (BAREFOOT CONTESSA)

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Yield 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound French green lentils
4 cups chopped yellow onions (3 large onions)
4 cups chopped leeks, white part only (2 leeks)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1/4 colive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves or 1 t dried
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups medium-diced celery (8 stalks)
3 cups medium-diced carrots (4 to 6 carrots)
3 quarts chicken stock
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine or red wine vinegar
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cover the lentils with boiling water and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Drain. In a large stockpot on medium heat, saute the onions, leeks, and garlic with the olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and cumin for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are translucent and very tender. Add the celery and carrots and saute for 10 more minutes. Add the chicken stock, tomato paste, and lentils. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour, until the lentils are cooked through. Check the seasonings. Add the red wine and serve hot, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled

Zizipho Kungo
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and onions that were about to go bad, so I threw them in this soup and they were delicious. The soup is also very easy to make and it's a great way to get a healthy m


Farooq Farooq
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but they were cooked perfectly in this soup and the flavors were all very well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Basri Zhinipotoku
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of lentils and vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Anu Sunar
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it and it's so easy to make. I usually add a little extra spice to give it a bit of a kick.


Mina ali
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use up leftover vegetables in it. It's a great way to clean out the fridge and get a healthy meal on the table quickly.


Michelle Given
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always add a little extra garlic and ginger to give it a bit of a boost. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Mpho Percy
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and onions that were about to go bad, so I threw them in this soup and they were delicious. The soup is also very easy to make and it's a great way to get a healthy m


Indra Koli
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but they were cooked perfectly in this soup and the flavors were all very well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


ijaz hayder
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of lentils and vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Leon Weekes
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. My family loves it and it's so easy to make. I usually add a little extra spice to give it a bit of a kick.


Clinton BrunoSr
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This lentil vegetable soup is a lifesaver! It is so easy to make and so delicious. I love that I can use up leftover vegetables and lentils in this soup. It's a great way to clean out the fridge and get a healthy meal on the table quickly.