Lentil Soup

Pictured: lentil soup served over baked sweet potato with sour cream.

Original recipe from Food Network.

Ingredients:

• 1 T olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 c carrot, chopped
• 1/2 c celery, chopped
• 1 c (1 can) diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 c lentils
• 1/2 c brown rice
• 4-8 c water
• 1 1/2 t salt, or more to taste
• 1/2 t cardamom
• 1/2 t cumin
• 1/2 t ginger

Directions:

1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil.  Add onion, carrot, and celery and saute 5 min.  Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
2. For thicker stew, use about 5 c water. For a more soupy texture, add water or broth to taste.
3. Reduce heat to low, simmer to desired consistency, 35-40 min.  Serve with rolls or fresh bread or as a topping to baked potatoes.