Lentil Soup
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp garlic
- 2 tbsp grated ginger
- 1½ cups lentils, washed and drained
- 5 cups chicken stock or broth
- ¼ tsp freshly ground pepper
Serving Suggestions
- French Bread
How-to
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large stockpot or Dutch oven
- Add the onions and salt and sauté the onions until deep brown, about 10 minutes
- Reduce heat to low and add garlic and ginger. Stirring constantly, about 1 minute
- Add lentils and cook an additional minute, constantly stirring so the lentils are evenly coated.
- Add chicken stock bring to a boil
- Add pepper, reduce to a simmer, and cook, uncovered, about ½ hour. Stir soup regularly to ensure even cooking. When done, lentils should be soft inside but not chalky tasting