Saturday, June 14, 2025
Thursday, June 05, 2025
lentil soup
Lentil Soup
My version is vegetarian/vegan friendly
Enjoy!
Olive oil
1-2 yellow onions, chopped
1/2 to 1 Tbsp herbs/spices--I use mainly Adobo from Uruguay and some cumin
Sautee in pot until onion is soft and herbs/spices are fragrant
Stir in
Two 14.5 ounce cans of petite diced tomatoes
Two cans of water
One pound of lentils
2 diced potatoes
3 diced carrots
Bring to simmer and cover, simmering until vegetables and lentils are done, about 30 minutes
Most of the water will be taken up, so watch carefully towards the end to make sure it doesn't scorch
Stir in
One 14 ounce can of unsweetened coconut milk and 1/2 can of water, more if needed
Stir in one drained can of corn or a handful of frozen corn
Gently heat
I add salt and pepper and a splash of flavored vinegar and a drizzle of olive oil before serving
Our friend Hugo introduced us to the Uruguayan version of Adobo--available from Amazon. It is a great mix and I use it in most of my soups. I store it in a mason jar.
I've been getting flavored vinegars from American Vinegar Works. Love their selections and they make great gifts. Apple Cider Vinegar would work too.
Shopping list:
Fresh foods:
onions
carrots
potatoes
Canned goods:
Petite diced tomatoes
Unsweetened coconut milk
Corn
Pantry:
Uruguay Adobo, I use the brand Monte Cudine
Cumin
Olive Oil
Flavored vinegar
Salt and pepper