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lentil & pasta soup, italian style

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
Indianapolis, IN

A high protein dish that is chock-full of herbs and veggies, sure to warm the heart and stomach. Recipe: http://www.recipe4living.com Photo source: feastsandfotos.wordpress.com

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For lentil & pasta soup, italian style

  • 1/4 c
    olive oil
  • 1
    carrot, peeled and diced small
  • 1
    celery rib, diced small
  • 1 sm
    onion, peeled and chopped small
  • 2 lg
    cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1 tsp
    dried thyme
  • 1 tsp
    dried basil
  • 2 c
    dried green or brown lentils
  • 8 c
    vegetable broth
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 c
    small pasta, cooked (such as orzo, ditalini, elbow, or shells)
  • 1/4 c
    romano cheese, shredded or grated

How To Make lentil & pasta soup, italian style

  • 1
    In a large saucepan, heat olive oil and saute the carrot, celery, and onion. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or untl soft. Add garlic, seasonings and lentils; stir. Cook for 30 seconds.
  • 2
    Add broth, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer for 30 mnutes on low heat until lentils are tender.
  • 3
    Add the cooked pasta to lentils; stir to combine. Serve with grated cheese sprinkled on top.
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