Easy Lentil Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 spoons of butter.
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4 garlic cloves, minced.
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1 small onion, diced.
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2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped.
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2 carrots, peeled and diced.
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2 thin celery stalks, sliced.
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2 cups of rinsed green lentils.
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8 cups of stock (choose chicken or veggie).
# Instructions:
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Heat butter in a big pot. Add onion, garlic, potatoes, carrots, and celery. Stir for 5-6 minutes until they're softening.
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Toss in the lentils and stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
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Let it gently cook for 45 minutes. Stir every so often, so the veggies get tender.
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Want it less runny? Mix 2 spoons of cornflour with a splash of water, and stir it into the soup.
# Notes:
01 -
Purée a little of it for a creamy texture.
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If you have time, soak lentils for 2 hours before.
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Boost the taste with thyme or bay leaves.