Lentil-spinach soup

8 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsOlive oil
1largeOnion; chopped
1poundsLentils; rinsed and drained
4cupsHomemade chicken stock
4cupsWater
1poundsFresh spinach; washed, stemmed and torn into bite-size pieces
½teaspoonFreshly ground black pepper
teaspoonGround allspice
4ouncesShredded part-skim mozzerella cheese -or-
4ouncesLightly beaten plain low-fat yogurt

Directions

In a large stock pot or Dutch oven heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in lentils, stock and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer 45 to 60 minutes, or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.

Stir in spinach, pepper and allspice. Simmer, covered, 15 minutes longer.

Thin the soup with additional chicken stock or water, if desired.

Serve hot, topped with either shredded cheese or whipped yogurt.

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