Countryside Lentil Soup Nov 25, 2022 21:31:29 GMT -5 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by maybetoday on Nov 25, 2022 21:31:29 GMT -5 Countryside Lentil SoupSERVES 6COOK TIME 1 Hr 5 MinWhat You'll Need2 tablespoons olive oil1 onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced3 cups water5 cups chicken broth1 (12-ounce) package dried lentils, washed and drained3 carrots, finely chopped1 bay leaf1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepperWhat to DoIn a soup pot over medium heat, heat oil; saute onion and garlic 3 minutes. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 50 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Discard bay leaf before serving.link NotesFor a heartier soup, add about 1 cup chopped smoked ham or leftover cooked beef.