Lentil Soup
Category:	Soup recipes
Servings:	4
Time:	30 - 40 minutes
Difficulty:

• 1 or 2 Tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Onion, diced
• 2 Carrots, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 250g dry red Lentils
• 1500mL water or stock
• 1 Bay leaf

1. Pick over the lentils and remove any stones etc. Rinse well.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add the onion and carrots. Cook for a few minutes, until the vegetables have started to soften, then add the garlic.
3. Add the lentils, bay leaf, and water to the pan. Simmer over low-medium heat for 20-30 minutes, until lentils are softened.

Herbs and/or spices can be added to the sautéing vegetables, such as cumin, oregano, red pepper flakes.

Hot sauce can be added to taste. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is a nice addition, preferably immediately before serving.