FAKES LENTIL SOUP

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This a simple recipe that I learned from watching my mother, Stamatina. This soup is rich in iron and taste.

Provided by Kefalonitissa

Categories     Lentil

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb dry lentils
1 onion, chopped
1 idaho potato, chopped
2 -3 carrots, chopped
1 -2 tomatoes, chopped
6 -7 garlic cloves, sliced finely in slivers
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (optional)
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt
pepper
water

Steps:

  • First discard any unidentified objects from your lentils and then rinse.
  • In a large pot on medium high heat, you will add the olive oil, your onions and carrots. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until onions turn translucent.
  • Add the potato and tomatoes and sauté until the tomato releases some juices.
  • Next add the bay leaves and lentils. Stir and coat lentils with the juices. Add some more salt.
  • Next add the tomato sauce (if you want the soup to have some body), garlic slices, and water. Make sure to completely submerge your lentils in the water.
  • Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium. Let it simmer covered for an hour and a half to 2 hours. Stir and season occasionally.
  • Also make sure to add more water if necessary as you are cooking, especially if the lentils thicken too soon.
  • Eat to the thickness of your liking.
  • A perfect condiment is a splash of vinegar and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 17.4, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 18.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 15.7

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