Lentil Soup
A hearty and comforting winter dish made with lentils, leeks, potatoes, and tomatoes. Follow the recipe for a flavorful meal.
On cold days, nothing beats a warm bowl of lentil soup to lift your spirits. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a rich and satisfying meal.
Instructions
- 1
To prepare the lentil soup, finely chop the white part of the leek. Peel the potatoes and dice them into 1 cm cubes. Heat some oil in a pan, add the leek and sauté it.
- 2
Add the potatoes to the saucepan. Add the rinsed lentils and the water.
- 3
Season with turmeric and bay leaves, mix and bring to a boil over medium-low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not add salt now, otherwise, the lentils will remain hard. In the meantime, prepare the croutons: dice the bread.
- 4
Place the croutons on a baking sheet, season with salt, pepper, oil and fresh oregano. Bake the bread in a preheated oven at 200° in fan mode for 8 minutes. Wash and cut the tomatoes in half.
- 5
Then add the tomatoes and continue cooking for about ten minutes. Check that you have reached the desired degree of cooking according to your taste, season with salt and pepper and remove from heat, let it rest for a few minutes. Serve the lentil soup hot, adding a drizzle of raw oil, a sprinkle of pepper and the bread croutons.
Ago's Notes
- Adjust the salt according to the salt content of the ingredients.
Enjoy the rich flavors blending in this soup. Each ingredient contributes uniquely to its tradition and simplicity. Serve with a smile, and let the warmth of the cooking infuse the table.
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