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Lentils are added to sauteed onions, carrots and celery. Lots of crushed tomatoes and water are added, and the magic begins. An hour later the soup is thick and wonderful and ready for a bit of shredded fresh spinach and a splash of vinegar.

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Adas bil Hamod (Lebanese Lentil Lemon Soup)

Submitted by: MissGleasonSanchezApostolides

Home Town: San Diego, California, USA

Living In: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

This Lebanese version of traditional lentil soup with spinach is seasoned with mint and lemon juice. It's traditionally served with toasted French bread for dipping.

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Submitted by: DANNON

This wonderful, curried lentil soup is stirred with creamy yogurt and served with fresh mint and hot sauce for a little kick.

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Cara's Moroccan Stew

Submitted by: CARALEWISWATTS

Living In: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Lentils, chick peas, and lots of fresh vegetables are simmer in an aromatic broth seasoned with cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. If you like, top each serving with a dollop of yogurt, chopped mint, and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a hearty one-bowl meal.

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Lentil Soup with Lemon

Submitted by: Jodi

Home Town: Houston, Texas, USA

Living In: Hockley, Texas, USA

This soup includes chicken broth, carrot, onion, some spices, and a splash of lemon. Flexible and very delicious!!

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Kris' Lentil Sausage Soup

Submitted by: kris

Living In: Lawrence, Kansas, USA

Hearty lentil soup with kielbasa and veggies--so easy to prepare and oh, so good!

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Beef and Lentil Soup

Submitted by: KELLY614

Chunks of beef, lentils, and a mix of vegetables comprise this hearty, vegetable soup. I make a batch of this and warm it up all week.

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