Grandma Laura’s Lentil Soup

Many of you know that my mom, Laura, is a pretty spectacular cook. She is the person behind most of the recipes we share on About a Mom. This time of the year, when it’s cold outside and we are rushing around to finish holiday shopping, there isn’t much I enjoy more than a bowl of Grandma Laura’s lentil soup. It warms the soul and brings that comfort we so crave on a cold dreary day.

I could eat a bowl of soup for dinner every day this time of the year. It’s the perfect holiday comfort food. Fortunately, it’s easy to make a pot of homemade soup if you have a few essential ingredients like a can of tomatoes and some beans. Or if you’re spoiled like me, you have your Mom make a pot of soup.

Grandma Laura’s Lentil Soup

ingredients:

10 ounces lentils, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 carrots, diced
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can Contadina Diced Tomatoes
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons salt

directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan, and saute carrots, celery, and onion until just tender. Add the finely minced garlic and saute an additional minute or two.

2. Add tomatoes, lentils, broth, and salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to the same pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for approximately or until lentils are tender. Add additional chicken broth or water if necessary, until you have achieved the desired consistency.

Enjoy!

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