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Lentils a la Italiana

A little lentil goes a long, long way. This lentil soup is a great choice for a light lunch, a scintillating side or a healthy snack. Can those other pre-packaged pottages.
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Course Hot Appetizer, Vegetable Soups
Cuisine International Dishes, Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 456.13 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup(s) chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 2 cup(s) vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup(s) dried lentils, washed
  • 16 ounce(s) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh basil, or 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon(s) dried oregano or 1 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a heavy saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil for 5 minutes, until the onion is tender.
  • Add the broth and lentils.
  • Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes with their liquid, 1/2-cup water, and the remaining ingredients; simmer over low heat, uncovered, for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add water if the mixture becomes too dry.

Nutrition

Calories: 456.13kcalCarbohydrates: 63.71gProtein: 16.3gFat: 14.7gSaturated Fat: 2.18gSodium: 2855.78mgFiber: 14.93gSugar: 26.42g
Keyword Tomato, Vegetables
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