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### Step-by-Step Recipe for Hearty Lentil and Mushroom Soup
#### Ingredients:
– 1 cup dried lentils (brown or green), rinsed
– 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or your choice)
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, or 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped
– 6 cups vegetable broth (or more, depending on your preferred consistency)
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tsp dried thyme
– 1 tsp dried rosemary
– 1 bay leaf
– 1 tsp cumin (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
– Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
#### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Ingredients**:
– Rinse the lentils in cold water to remove any debris. Set them aside.
– Slice the mushrooms, dice the carrots and celery, and chop the onion and garlic.
2. **Sauté the Vegetables**:
– In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
– Add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
– Add the garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot and continue to sauté for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. **Cook the Mushrooms**:
– Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and sauté for another 5-7 minutes, allowing them to release their moisture and become tender.
4. **Add the Lentils and Broth**:
– Stir in the lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, rosemary, and cumin (if using). Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer.
5. **Simmer the Soup**:
– Cover the pot with a lid and simmer the soup for 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. Stir occasionally to ensure the lentils cook evenly. If the soup becomes too thick, add a bit more vegetable broth or water to reach your desired consistency.
6. **Season to Taste**:
– Once the lentils are cooked, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. For a little brightness, add a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
7. **Serve and Garnish**:
– Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve warm with crusty bread on the side for a complete meal.
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