INGREDIENTS
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16 oz dried lentils
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups of onion)
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2 garlic cloves, chopped
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1 lb. cauliflower, chopped into very small florets
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2 leeks, white and green parts only, halved, washed carefully, and chopped)
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2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
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3 celery stalks, chopped
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2 bay leaves
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1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
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2 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
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1 tsp cumin
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1/2 tsp cayenne (very spicy-- add 1/4 tsp or less for a milder flavor)
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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8 cups low sodium vegetable broth
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1 large can (32 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
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2 cups chopped kale or Swiss chard
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Plain yogurt, herbed goat cheese, feta, crème fraîche, grated Parmesan, Greek yogurt or lowfat sour cream