Lentil Soup Recipe

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Ingredients

• 2 cups of lentils
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 6 cups of water
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon of cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the lentils, and set aside.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
3. Add the chopped carrot and celery, and cook for about 5 minutes or until slightly softened.
4. Add the tomato paste, bay leaf, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cook for about a minute, stirring constantly so that the spices are evenly distributed.
5. Add the lentils and water to the pot. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.
6. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and fully cooked.
7. If the soup is too thick, add more water to reach the desired consistency.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

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