Lentil Bean Soup
 
 
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Recipe type: Appetizer
Ingredients
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 3 cups broth (I used vegetarian 'chickenless' chicken broth)
  • 1 to 2 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 to 5 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 2 cups chopped cauliflower
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Tabasco sauce
Instructions
  1. Heat oil in a small skillet.
  2. Saute garlic and onion for 2 or 3 minutes, then pour into slow cooker.
  3. Combine all ingredients except spinach, cilantro, and cauliflower in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  5. Check occasionally—you may need to add more water or broth.
  6. Add cauliflower for the last hour of cooking.
  7. Add spinach and cilantro minutes before serving.
  8. Season to your liking.
Recipe by JAQUO Lifestyle Magazine at https://jaquo.com/lentil-bean-soup-recipe/