Lentil Soup, سوپ عدس

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Ingredients

·        2 tablespoons olive oil

·        1 cup finely chopped onion

·        1/2 cup finely chopped carrot

·        2 teaspoons  salt

·        1 cup lentils, picked and rinsed

·        1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes

·        2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth

·        1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander

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Directions

Place the olive oil into a large pan and set over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery and salt and sweat until the onions are translucent, approximately 6 to 7 minutes. Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, coriander, cumin and grains of paradise and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring just to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook at a low simmer until the lentils are tender, approximately 35 to 40 minutes. Using a stick blender, puree to your preferred consistency. Serve immediately.