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

Leuna Binte Kabir
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This soup is just okay.


Rauf Jan
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Mark Trevino
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that it's a one-pot meal.


army Ammar
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great soup for a cold winter day.


Dino Pinto
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of lentils and vegetables. The broth is also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Umar Farouk
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was so flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Raz Bro
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This soup is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either. I found it to be a bit bland and the lentils were a little mushy. I think I'll try a different lentil soup recipe next time.


Musa 256
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it. It's a great soup to serve on a cold day or when you're feeling under the weather.


Md Zihaad
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so there's less cleanup involved. I also appreciate that it's a healthy and affordable meal.


Abdullah Al Nabil
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this soup was surprisingly good! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. The broth was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Azam Zeeshan
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This lentil vegetable soup is a hearty and delicious meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils and vegetables are cooked in a flavorful broth, and the soup is seasoned with a blend of spices. I added a bit of extra garlic and cumin, and