LENTIL SOUP WITH POUNDED WALNUTS AND CREAM

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Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer

Categories     project, appetizer, side dish

Time 2h45m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups lentils
2 to 4 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely diced
1 bay leaf
6 cups vegetable or chicken stock (or water)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large garlic cloves
2/3 cup lightly toasted walnuts
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
2 tablespoons minced parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Soak the lentils in water for 2 hours, then drain.
  • Melt the butter in a large pot over low heat. Add the onion and bay leaf. Sauté over medium-high heat until onion is translucent, 5 minutes. Add lentils, stock and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer, covered, until lentils are soft, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Using a mortar and pestle, pound the garlic with a large pinch of salt. Add the walnuts and work until finely ground. Add 2 tablespoons crème fraîche, mixing it in a teaspoon at a time, to form a paste.
  • Add the remaining 1/2 cup crème fraîche to the finished soup. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top each with a large spoonful of walnut cream, a bit of ground pepper and, if desired, a sprinkle of parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 442, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 840 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Altaaf Hajee
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the way the lentils and the walnuts come together to create a creamy and flavorful soup.


Sami Noman
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I especially love the addition of the walnuts and cream, which gives the soup a rich and creamy texture.


Md Imran Hossen
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the creamy texture.


Umer Usman
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the pounded walnuts and cream, which gave the soup a creamy and nutty flavor.


Hadi Shah
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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.


Roman mayo Roman mayo
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the way the lentils and the walnuts come together to create a creamy and flavorful soup.


Hosni No
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I especially love the addition of the walnuts and cream, which gives the soup a rich and creamy texture.


jean mcgailey
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the creamy texture.


Peter Candeleria (Surmoses)
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I'm always looking for new and exciting lentil soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The walnuts and cream add a unique and delicious flavor that I've never tried before.


Nawab Bawans
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a very affordable and healthy meal.


Jason Iannetti
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the pounded walnuts and cream.


Ararso Abdalla
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of lentils, walnuts, and cream. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Faizan Ahmed
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. My favorite part is the addition of the pounded walnuts and cream, which gives the soup a creamy and nutty flavor.


Brandon Simon
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This soup is a must-try for any lentil soup lover. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I особенно appreciate that it's made with all healthy ingredients.


Dylan Mugugu
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I'm not a big fan of lentil soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were so tender and the broth was so flavorful. I loved the addition of the walnuts and cream, which gave the soup a unique and delicious flavor.


Sarah Hubbold
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This lentil soup is amazing! I made it last night and it was a hit with my whole family. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the soup had a rich, flavorful broth. I especially loved the addition of the pounded walnuts and cream, which gave the soup


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