Shurit Ads (Lentil & Garlic Soup)

Ingredients

• 7 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups dry lentils
• 2 tomatoes, peeled, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 3 onions
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• lemon wedge

Directions

1. 1

   In large saucepan, bring stock to a boil.

2. 2

   Add lentils, tomatoes and garlic.

3. 3

   Quarter 2 onions- add to lentil mixture.

4. 4

   Chop remaining onion- set aside.

5. 5

   Partially cover pan- simmer 45 minutes or until lentils are tender.

6. 6

   Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet.

7. 7

   Add chopped onion- saute until light browned.

8. 8

   Press lentil mixture though a sieve- or puree in blender or food processor.

9. 9

   Reheat in saucepan- season with salt, pepper and cumin.

10. 10

    Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter.

11. 11

    Pour into a tureen or serve in individual bowls.

12. 12

    Sprinkle sauteed onion over top.

13. 13

    Serve with lemon wedges.