A recipe for Gentle Lentil Soup. Follow the simple recipe instructions for Gentle Lentil Soup shared by other home cooking experts.
Ingredients
2 1/2 c. Lentils, rinsed and drained7 c. Water or stock
2 med. Onions, chopped
3 Cloves garlic, minced
Juice of one lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
2 Stalks celery, chopped
2 Tbs. Olive oil
1 Or 2 bunches spinach, chard,
-or collards, washed and -chopped
Directions
From "Meals Without Squeals" by Christine Berman and Jacki Fromer.1. Saute onions, garlic and celery in the olive oil, 5-10 min.
2. Add lentils, and water or stock and simmer until lentils are very
soft. If necessary, add more water to get soup to desired consistency. 3. Add greens, salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 more minutes or until
greens are tender. 4. Stir in lemon juice right before serving.
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