Lentil Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 1-2 stalks celery
• 3 carrots
• 1 large onion
• 3 red potatoes
• 1 1/2 - 2 cups green lentils
• 3-4 cloves garlic
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. each: rosemary, sage, oregano, basil, marjoram, thyme
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 7-8 cups water
• 3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar

Directions

Chop carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Heat oil in a large soup pot. Add vegetables and bay leaves. Cook on medium heat until vegetables are soft. Add water, herbs, and lentils. Cook on medium-high heat for 45 minutes, adding water when needed (2 or more cups will evaporate during cooking).

Chop potatoes into small cubes. Add to the soup and cook until potatoes are soft, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in red wine vinegar. Serve.

Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: Internet/Tara McDermott
Submitted By: Marlen
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Lentil Vegetable Soup