Lentil soup is typically known as a slovenly affair. This recipe is wonderful, however, with a light color and more pleasant flavor (if you can find red lentils, of course)
Red Lentil Soup (based on this recipe)
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Serves: 3-4
Ingredients:
olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups red lentils
6 cups water
2 tsp thyme
1 tsp cumin
2 tsp salt
Cooking:
In a small pot, add a little oil and fry garlic until golden. Add the lentils, water, thyme, cumin, and salt. Bring to a boil and reduce heat and simmer one hour. Serve with toasted pita bread.
