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Lentil Tomato Soup

Lentil Tomato Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown lentils
  • 2 yellow onions , chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 celery stalks , diced
  • 3 carrots , diced
  • 1 1/2 quarts vegetable stock
  • 2 14 oz cans diced tomatoes , 1 drained
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons red wine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cover the lentils with boiling water and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Drain.
  2. In a large stockpot, heat the oil and saute the onions and garlic. Stir in the salt, pepper, thyme and cumin.
  3. Add the carrots and celery and saute 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  4. Add the vegetable stock, tomatoes, and juice from 1 can, along with the tomato paste and lentils. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes until the lentils are cooked through.
  5. Check the seasonings. Add the red wine and serve hot, topped with avocado (optional).