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

Snerdey
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This soup is a must-try for lentil lovers. It's packed with flavor and the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


stephen mcelhone
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I'm not a huge fan of curry, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


rahmat ullha
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I always have a few cans of lentils in my pantry, so I can make this soup anytime.


Derrick Ankamah
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I love the unique flavor of this soup. The combination of lentils, curry, and coconut milk is amazing.


Nancy Katamani
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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 kids.


arafat ullah
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I'm not usually a fan of lentil soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the curry spices are the perfect touch.


Ajayraj Singhaney
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This is the perfect soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the curry spices give it a nice kick.


Fardi Gaming
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This soup is so comforting and flavorful. I love the way the lentils and vegetables melt together in my mouth.


Leon Gam1ng
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicious curry flavor.


Vincent Ssali
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This is my new favorite lentil soup recipe! It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I love the combination of curry spices and coconut milk.


Sheila Black
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are so complex and satisfying, and the lentils give it a really nice heartiness.


Noxolo Enny
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This soup was a delightful surprise! I had never tried lentils before, but I was pleasantly surprised by their earthy flavor and the creamy texture they gave to the soup. The curry spices added a perfect warmth and depth of flavor.


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