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Marcel's Lentil soup

Marcel's Lentil Soup is a wonderful tomato based lentil soup. Simple to make and full of flavor. This is a recipe you will make over and over again!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups red lentils, canned and drained. Or use dried. Follow directions.
  • 2 tblsp dill, fresh, chopped, or dillseed or less to taste
  • 1 tblsp garlic, minced
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 oz. cans (28 oz) Tomatoes, diced
  • 1 tblsp salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped (optional)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or cold water
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

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  1. Pull out and measure all of your ingredients.
  2. If using canned lentils, skip this step. Soak lentils in water for 24 hours. Or rinse under runing water. Drain.
  3. Place all of the ingredients into a large pot.
  4. Cover and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for two to two half hours.
  6. Do not hesitate to add more water until you reach desired consistency. Enjoy!

Notes

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