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Lentil soup is the perfect companion on a cold rainy day and a great comfort food whenever you are sick. It is primarily made with legumes or lentils that resemble beans. Besides that, various spices and veggies are also included.
Even though there various recipes for lentil soup, many people still opt for the basic and the simplest way of cooking this soup. Typically, dried lentils are sold in a bag. However, others prefer to soak the legumes before cooking. Meanwhile, some experts advise to simply cook the lentils dried. Generally, legumes that are soaked are softer with a bit mushy consistency, in comparison with those that are not soaked. Just make sure to wash the lentils prior to cooking.
As with any soup, lentil soup usually have a base primarily beef stock or chicken stock.
Furthermore, commonly used veggies include spinach, carrots, tomatoes, onions, and celery. Also, seasonings such as black pepper, garlic and thyme are added.
To search for lentil soup recipes, you can always browse online and choose which recipe suits you. Remember that you can always customize the recipe and add your personal touch or taste on it. No worries though, no matter how you experiment with the recipe, lentil soup always taste good.
Why not try this recipe below?
Ingredients: (good for 4 servings)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 carrot (diced finely)
- 2 celery sticks, finely diced
- 1 onion
- 1 red chili
- 4 slices pancetta
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 can diced tomatoes (410g)
- 200g Italian lentils
- 2 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 4 cups chicken stock
- Croutes
- 1 small baguette
- Half cup parmesan (grated)
Directions:
1. Heat a large pan with oil. Add the vegetables like celery, carrots, onion, garlic, pancetta.
2. Cook under low heat for 5 to 6 minutes or until the ingredients are soft.
3. Next, add the tomato paste to the mixture, and allow cooking for half a minute. It is now time to add the lentils, rosemary, tomatoes, chicken stock. Let it boil, then, lower the heat to simmer for about 40 minutes or until the soup change its consistency, and the lentils are tender.
4. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
5. Brush the bread with oil make croutes,then, place on a baking sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes. Wipe each side with garlic, a dash of parmesan. Bake for another 5 minutes. You may add some parsley to the soup.
6. Serve with croutes.
7. Enjoy!
