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Uruguayan

Sopa de Lentejas con Cebolla y Ajo

A hearty lentil soup with caramelized onions and garlic, traditional in Uruguay.

40 minutes4 servings
Sopa de Lentejas con Cebolla y Ajo
Photo: Jennifer from Vancouver, Canada · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened and golden.
  2. Add lentils, carrot, celery, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Stir occasionally, adding more broth if needed. Check for seasoning and adjust salt and pepper.
  4. Ladle into bowls and serve warm with a slice of crusty bread if desired.

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