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Easy Creamy Lentil Soup
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Instructions
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Heat oil in large pot. Add in onion, green onion, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes.
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Stir in 1/4 cup parsley and the cumin, cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Add the lentils, potatoes, carrots, broth, and salt and pepper. Bring to boil and then reduce to simmer. Cook covered for 30- 40 minutes or until lentils become tender.
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Optional: in several batches, puree the soup until it’s creamy and smooth.
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Stir in the milk. Serve and top with a bit of sour cream as desired and green onion.
Notes
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Storage Instructions:
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Fridge: Store in an airtight container for 4–5 days.
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Reheat: Warm on the stove or microwave; add a splash of broth/milk if it thickened.
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Freezer: Freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Cumin First 🔥Bloom the cumin powder in olive oil for 30-60 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock its deep, complex flavors and prevent a raw spice taste.
- Rinse Lentils for Clarity 💧Always rinse dried lentils under cold water before cooking to remove dust and debris, resulting in a cleaner, clearer broth without cloudiness.
- Blend Strategically for Texture 🥣Reserve 1-2 cups of chunky soup before blending, then fold it back into the pureed base to create a naturally creamy consistency with pleasant texture variation.
- Season in Layers 🧂Taste and adjust salt and black pepper at multiple cooking stages—after sautéing aromatics, after adding broth, and just before serving—for well-balanced flavor throughout.
- Add Creaminess Gently at the End 🥛Temper your non-dairy milk or sour cream by whisking it with a ladle of hot soup before stirring into the pot to prevent curdling and ensure smooth creaminess.
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Vegetarian
Vegan
Low-Cholesterol
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