Classic Irish Lentil and Vegetable Soup

How to Make Classic Irish Lentil and Vegetable Soup at Home

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Ingredients

• 1 cup green or brown lentils
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 large onion
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

2. 2

   Peel and dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small pieces.

3. 3

   Mince the garlic cloves.

4. 4

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C).

5. 5

   Add the diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

6. 6

   Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery to the pot, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in the lentils, vegetable stock, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

8. 8

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

9. 9

   Simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.

10. 10

    Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

11. 11

    Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.