Lentil Soup Recipe

Lentil Soup
submitted by sumit at ifood.tv

Summary

CuisineCourse
MethodDish

Ingredients

 Lentils1 pound
 Water2 1/2 Quart
 Onions2 Medium, chopped
 Celery stalks2 , chopped
 Carrot1 , chopped
 Parsley sprigs6 , chopped
 Garlic1 Clove (5gm), chopped
 Olive oil1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Tomato Paste1 Tablespoon
 Bay leaf
 Salt To Taste
 2 tablespoons vinegar, wine, or tarragon
 Flour1 1/2 Tablespoon
 Wine vinegar3 Tablespoon

Directions

Soak lentils in water overnight.
Next day, saute vegetables and garlic in olive oil and add to lentils along with tomato paste, parsley, and bay leaf.
Bring to a boil and simmer until lentils are tender.
In last 15 minutes of cooking add salt.
Stir in vinegar before serving.
If desired, mix flour and wine vinegar to a paste and add to soup to thicken.
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