Lentil and bean soup

Monday July 19, 2010 3:42 PM
Ingredients:
  • 1 T. olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 large garlic cloves, pressed through a garlic press
  • 2 14-ounce cans chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3 T. white wine
  • 1-1/2 cups lentils
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1 cup canned whole tomatoes in puree, tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 16-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 16-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 T. chopped fresh cilantro
  • Fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

How to prepare:

Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions; cover and cook 2 minutes, until lightly browned.

Add garlic; cover and cook 1 minute. Add broth and wine; bring to a boil.

Stir in lentils and allspice. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, uncovered, at a low boil, 15 minutes.

Add tomatoes and puree, water, beans, and chickpeas; cook 8 to 10 minutes more. Ladle into 4 serving bowls; sprinkle with cilantro and garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired. Serve with a tossed salad and crusty bread. Enjoy!



Shared by: Laurie, TheBAG Lady

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