LENTIL SOUP

Today I made the most yummy lentil soup ever! I have never made this kind of soup before. It was so easy and tasted so yummy. Lentil's are packed with protein and I have been trying to increase my protein this year, for various reasons. You should make this some time.

LENTIL SOUP

2 tbsp olive oil

2 large onions, cubed (I didn't add onions, I don't like them)

1 tsp minced garlic

3 carrots, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

3 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes

1 1/2 cups lentils-soaked, rinsed and drained

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

3/4 cup white wine

2 bay leaves

7 cups chicken broth

1 sprig fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1.) In a large stockpot, saute the onions in oil until they are glossy. Stir in garlic, paprika, celery, carrots, and saute for 10 minutes.

2.) Once the veggies have sauteed for 10 minutes stir in tomatoes, chicken broth, lentils, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Stir well, then add the wine and bring the mixture to a boil. Slowly reduce the heat and cook for 1 hour on low to medium heat or until the lentils are tender.

3.) Sprinkle the soup with parsley and parmesan (optional)

ENJOY!