Thick, hearty, packed with flavorful veggies and two kinds of lentils, this soup is the best kind of comfort food for winter. Serve with crusty whole-grain bread.
Ingredients
- 2 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 lg. carrot, peeled and chopped
- 1 med. sweet potato, peeled and chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. lemon pepper
1 t. Italian herbs
1/4 t. red pepper flakes
1/2 c. green lentils
1/2 c. red lentils
5 c. low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 t. turmeric
2 T. olive oil
3 c. kale, chopped
Directions
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add all of the vegetables and salt. Saute until just softened.
- Stir in the lemon pepper, Italian herbs, red pepper and all lentils. Add the broth and stir. Turn the heat to low and cover. Cook for 30-40 minutes until veggies and lentils are tender.
- Puree about half of the soup to thicken.
- Turn off the heat and stir in remaining ingredients.
Chef's Practical Notes
Ensure you brown the meat thoroughly; that "crispy crust" is where all the flavor for the gravy comes from.