Lentil Soup

Directions

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   In a large bowl, pour over enough cold water to cover lentils and set aside overnight to soak.
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   Drain and rinse lentils, remove discolored ones.
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   Peel cloves of garlic, onion and carrot.
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   In a pot, put lentils, garlic, onion, carrot, tomato, green pepper, parsley, olive oil, bay leaves and salt.
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    Add 4 cups of cold water and bring the pot to a boil.
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    Boil over low heat for 60-75 minutes, depending on the hardness of the lentils.
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    If using a pressure cooker, this time should be shortened to 15 minutes.
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    Transfer cloves of garlic, onion, carrot, tomato, green pepper and a cup of soup to a blender.
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    Puree until smooth and return to soup.
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    Mix, serve and enjoy your lentil soup!