Lentil Soup

Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2006

Show: Good EatsEpisode: Pantry Raid 6: Lentils

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Cook Time:
45 min
Level:
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Yield:
6 to 8 servings

Times:

Prep: 30 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 45 min
Total:: 1 hr 15 min

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pound lentils, picked and rinsed
1 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground toasted cumin
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground grains of paradise

Directions

Place the olive oil into a large 6-quart Dutch oven and set over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery and salt and sweat until the onions are translucent, approximately 6 to 7 minutes. Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, coriander, cumin and grains of paradise and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring just to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook at a low simmer until the lentils are tender, approximately 35 to 40 minutes. Using a stick blender, puree to your preferred consistency. Serve immediately.

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Anj Mabank, TX 11-13-2009
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The best I've tried
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is the best lentil soup that I've ever made! The seasonings were very different from ones I've used in the past. I... didn't have grains of paradise, so put in freshly ground pepper instead. I had pink and green lentils and used both. I used canned diced tomatoes since that was all I had on hand. We'd cooked a roast in the slow cooker, so hubby shredded it and put a little in the bottom of the soup bowl. We served it with hot homemade whole wheat bread. Hmm hmmm. A feast fit for a king!Read more
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Rachael Tallahassee, FL 11-03-2009
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Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Great soup. I also add some smoked sausage and chili powder to make it a little spicy and more hearty for a meal. Also I... don't have grains of paradise so that was left out. I just use the regular tan lentils that seem to be the easiest to find. Great cheap and healthy dinner.Read more
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Magda Penticton, BC 10-14-2009
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Mmm Mmm Good
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

My first soup and my boyfriend couldn't get enough! I used red and green... but I don't think it matters I tossed in some... noodles I needed to get rid of into the non pureed batch (he likes chunky soup) SO cheap to make and I always have these spices laying around! Read more
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a pittsburgh, PA 10-12-2009
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What Color Lentils?
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Any comment on which type of lentil is called for in this recipe? Brown/Green/Khaki, or Red?
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Dana Blairsvillee, GA 10-11-2009
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Easy To Use What You Have In The House And It Turns Out Fantastic
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I wanted to make some Lentil soup and found this great recipe. I made a few changes based on what I had and it turned out... great! I did not use broth, celery, coriander or paradise. I added oregano (1 tsp), Poultry Seasoning (1 tsp), Parsley (1 tsp) and the 2 big things were 3 sweet Italian sausage that I had grilled the night before and two jalapenos. The two jalapenos i minced and sauteed with the onions, carrots, etc. I added the sausage when I added the tomatoes, lentils and water. It pureed beautifully and I added a dab of sour cream when I served it with some shredded cheese. This recipe can be adapted with just about anything you have in the house! Read more
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Jamillah Roseville, MI 10-11-2009
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Great Soup for fall
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I am making this today for the second time. I substitute 'garam masala' for the grains of paradise. It gives it a nice middle... eastern flavor. I haven't tried blending the soup yet, I just serve it whole, as is. Read more