Grandma’s Lentil Soup

This lentil soup is not only delicious in appearance but also in taste and it is passed down from our forefathers, it is delicious as well as nutritious. This is one of the most delicious and nutritious dishes from my grandmother’s kitchen and is loved by everyone.

CONTENT OF RECIPE

Ingredients / Ingredienti	One Onion One Cup Dried Lentils Two Carrots Two Celery Stalks Two Garlic Cloves One Potato One Can Crushed Tomatoes Six Cups Vegetable Broth Two Tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil One Bay Leaf One Sprig Rosemary Salt Pepper
Cooking Time / Tempo di cottura	50 Minutes (Until Tender)
Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di cottura	350°F ~ 175°C
Utensils / Utensili	Bowl Pot Serving Plate
Cooking Method / Metodo Di Cottura	Stove

METHOD

Step 1: Wash the lentils well and soak them in cold water. Drain the water before cooking but some people do not soak them.

Step 2: Cut the onion, garlic, carrots and celery into fine pieces.

Step 3: After that, heat olive oil in a pot.

Step 4: Then cook onion and garlic in it until they become transparent.

Step 5: Then cook the carrots and celery in it for five minutes.

Step 6: After draining the lentils and cooking them with the vegetables then add the chopped tomatoes in it.

Step 7: Now add vegetable broth to it.

Step 8: Also add Bay Leaf and Rosemary to it.

Step 9: After boiling,you need to cook it on low flame for 30 to 40 minutes until the lentils and potatoes become soft and tender.

Step 10: After it is cooked completely, take out the rosemary and bay leaf from it.

Step 11: Add black pepper and salt to it.

Step 12: Now put it on a serving plate and serve it. Then , you can also add olive oil and chopped parsley on it.

Step 13: If you want more flavors, you need to add crushed bacon and sauce while cooking vegetables.

Step 14: If you want to make it thicker, you need to blend half of the soup and add it to the rest of the soup.

Step 15: Now, enjoy this delicious and nutritious hot soup.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is lentil soup really good for you?

There is no doubt that lentils are highly nutritious as they are high in protein and are rich in minerals, low in fat, high in fiber and are a great source of protein for vegetarians.

Should I soak lentils before making soup?

Some lentils are quick to make and some take more time. By the way, they don't need to be soaked much. But if you soak it, your soup will be ready quickly. So, it's up to you whether the lentils are soaked or not.

Is lentil soup a super food?

Yes it is a super food because they are rich in folate, fiber, magnesium, thiamin, phosphorus, potassium, copper, protein, etc.

Why does my lentil soup taste bland?

The lentil tastes mild and to make it full of flavor, add vegetable broth to it. You can also make it at home or buy it from the market.

Can I eat lentils every day?

Most people consume lentils in their daily diet, but because they contain compounds that are anti-nutrients that prevent iron and zinc from being absorbed, it's important to be soaked and cooked to reduce this effect.