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Lentil Tomato Soup

SUBMITTED BY: JRICE 

"This is my kinda 'comfort food' with a slight Mediterranean flair. It freezes well and is one of those dishes that tastes just as good, if not better, the next day! We have this with fresh French bread, and it was heaven!"
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This recipe has been rated 16 times with an average star rating of 4.3
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with liquid
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 2 cups dry brown lentils
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

DIRECTIONS

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Place the onions in the pot and saute for 10 minutes, or until onions are tender.
  2. Place the tomatoes in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Pour this into the pot with the onion along with the chicken broth and the lentils
  3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20 minutes. Then, stir in the wine, garlic, nutmeg and cloves. Simmer for at least 25 more minutes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2003 by JRICE 
turned out great. the cloves give it a really nice favor. I added a little extra wine and it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2005 by FOODCHICK23 
Wow, I was really surprised by this soup. The flavor is mellow and satisfying. I used canned... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2006 by bdh76 
My search for a low-cal lentil recipe led me to this one. I must say, I was a little... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2005 by Jessica Anne 
I encourage everyone to try this wondeful lentil recipe. It was satisfying and delicious.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2007 by shawn 
excellent MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2008 by EHTRAILL 
Tasty. It was good combination of flavors. My husband made the comment, that at first it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2008 by Shabadeux 
Really great! I used diced tomatoes instead of the whole canned tomatoes... this came out... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2008 by MOIREBRI 
I liked it pretty well but my husband didn't. It was quick, inexpensive, easy, and healthy,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2008 by SBC1023 
I made this soup tonight-maybe after it mellows overnight I'll "up" the rating. I used a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.31 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 3, 2007 by Cristy R. 
Delicious!!! I felt it needed a little more flavor, so I added freshly ground pepper and... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Lentil Tomato Soup

Servings Per Recipe: 7

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 305

  • Total Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 18mg
  • Sodium: 543mg
  • Total Carbs: 39g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 18.2g
  • Protein: 19.2g

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