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Lentil Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
8 oz (225g) of split lentils
2 medium onions chopped finely
2 medium carrots finely diced
1-2 bacon rashers, chopped (optional)
1.5 pints (900ml) water
1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
salt and pepper to desired taste
Directions:
Directions:
1.Wash the lentils and strain, discarding the water, set aside
2.Put the chopped bacon (or a little fat if not using bacon) into a pan and add the onions and carrots and fry for a few minutes
3.Add the 1.5 pints of clean water, the washed lentils and herbs
4.Cover the pan and simmer for 1 hour
5.Add the salt and pepper and extra herbs if needs be
6.Stir and cook uncovered for a few more minutes

 

 

 

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