Recipes by Mom |
Mom's Red Lentil Soup |
| This low-fat, but tasty soup recipe is high in dietary fibre, protein and iron. If that's not all, this Red-Lentil Soup recipe is low in cholesterol. |
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Ingredients |
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- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1/2 bag (16 ounces) baby carrots, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 large vegetable bouillon cubes
- 8 cups water
- 1 package (1 pound) red lentils, rinsed
- 8 cups rinsed, chopped, fresh kale
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle-flavored hot pepper sauce
- Knives
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cup
- Large sauce pan with lid
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Preparation |
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Red-Lentil Soup |
In a large, deep pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and cumin. Cook 5 minutes or until softened. Add bouillon cubes and 8 cups water. Bring to a simmer. Add lentils. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook 10 minutes. Uncover pot. Raise heat to high. Stir in kale and salt. Cook 5 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally until kale is tender. Remove from heat. Stir in hot sauce. Serves 4.
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Helpful Hints |
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| Be sure to buy red lentils; they cook up to an appealing golden hue. |
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