Lentil Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

LENTIL SOUP

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tb Vegetable oil
2 ea Garlic cloves, minced
1 lg Onion, chopped finely
2 ea Celery stalks, diced
1 ea Carrot, sliced
1 ea Potato, diced
4 tb Tamari
1 t Basil
1/2 ts Spanish Paprika
1/2 ts Cumin
1 t Oregano
10 c Stock
3 ea Tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 c Red lentils

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat & add
the garlic & onions. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the
celery, carrot & potatoes & saute for 8 minutes. Add
the tamari & the seasonings & continue to saute gently
for another 5 minutes.

Add the stock, tomatoes & uncooked but washed lentils.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat & cook for 1 hour. Stir
frequently.

The lentils should puree, cook for longer if they need
to puree more to thicken the soup.



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