Wednesday, March 31, 2010

French Lentil Soup Recipe

I had planned to post a silly craft project today but my printer wasn't cooperating. I needed the print to complete the craft. So in replace of a craft project, I decided to share one of my new favorite recipes, French Lentil Soup. I think I've made this soup every other week (that's high rotation in this house). What I like about this soup is it's hearty, healthy, and easy to make. Hope you like it too.

French Lentil Soup
Adapted from an Epicurious recipe

Ingredients:
3 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Large yellow onion chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
3 garlic cloves minced
4-5 cups chicken stock
1 1/4 cups lentils drained and rinsed
14oz can of diced tomatoes plus juice
3 Tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
Salt & Pepper to taste

1. In a large pot saute onions, garlic, carrots and celery in olive oil for about 10 - 15 minutes.

2. Add lentils, chicken stock, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil then cover and simmer for 35 minutes.

3. When lentils are tender, add balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy.


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13 comments:

  1. Hope ChellaMarch 31, 2010 at 12:03 PM

    this looks so yummy!!!!

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  2. AyieMarch 31, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    delicious and healthy

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  3. Amy's Stocking StuffersMarch 31, 2010 at 1:46 PM

    I definitely have to try this. My husband would eat soup three meals a day if he could!

    How many servings/bowls would you say this makes? Thanks! (I've subscribed to follow-up comments so I'll get your answer if you post it here.)

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  4. SetyMarch 31, 2010 at 2:03 PM

    I make a similar soup, but add 2 1/2 bay leaves, 2 tablespoons of oregano, 2 tablespoons of thyme, and 1 tablespoon of rosemary. It adds a little extra flavor and it smells amazing :)

    p.s. also, stirring in a spoonful of Dijon mustard when serving makes it all the more wonderful!

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  5. zakkalifeMarch 31, 2010 at 2:07 PM

    Amy,

    It serves about 5-6 people as a main entree. I usually serve the soup with bread. If you get a chance to make it, please tell me what you think.

    Jessica

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  6. zakkalifeMarch 31, 2010 at 2:10 PM

    Sety,

    Thank you for sharing how you make the soup. I'll have try it with dijon mustard next time I make it.

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  7. greetingartsMarch 31, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    Lentils are fast becoming a pantry staple in my house. Thanks for this recipe, will have to try it before it heats up around here.

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  8. KayleighApril 1, 2010 at 4:41 AM

    That looks so good! And I'm pretty sure I have all those ingredients in the cupboards. I think I'm going to make some tomorrow....

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  9. Michelle PriceApril 3, 2010 at 7:40 AM

    THanks for sharing this-I've been looking for a great recipe!

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  10. Hippy GoodwifeApril 5, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    Dinner! I have all of these ingredients in the pantry and a loaf of one hour french bread cooling. Perfect!

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  11. maryannApril 9, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    Thanks for this recipe, will have to try it before it heats up around here.How many servings/bowls would you say this makes? Thanks!


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  12. BillieApril 26, 2010 at 10:00 AM

    thanks for sharing. Looks yummy and easy to make.

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  13. MarisaJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    I made this tonight. I loved it! My husband was worried when he saw how much balsamic was going in the pot, but I loved the flavor boost. Lentil soup definitely needs flavor!

    Hubs and I gobbled it up. The kids...not so much. But they're weird. :)

    Thanks for the recipe!

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