Spicy Tomato and Lentil Soup

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A quick, easy and tasty recipe for thick lentil soup. Serve with thickly sliced crusty bread for a filling and delicious meal.

INGREDIENTS (for 4 servings):

PREPARATION:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Lightly brown the onions in the oil. Add the tomatoes, chili pepper, lentils, cumin and basil to the pan along with the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  • When the lentils have softened, use a stick blender to puree the soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper. For a special touch, put sour cream in a squirt bottle, and squeeze a spiral onto the top of each bowl of soup, and garnish with a sprig of fresh basil.