Dippy Yvanne

ok i make mine with a ham stock and with bacon or gammon through it, what is a healthier option tht flavours as much? i got healthy living bacon 2 try just wondered if anyone cud suggest anythin else!

Tezzy

i use gammon... im sat here eating soup... definetly a soup kinda day!

Dippy Yvanne

i asked 4 a healthier option tho

Tezzy

i thought u meant which was healthier gammon or bacon... sorry should read slower

Imi

Water and a OXO cube blend mine together ....

xxx

Dippy Yvanne

beef stock in lentil soup?! bleurgh!!!!

Mango

My recipe is a bit different ladies but I guarantee it is very healthy, extra yummy and worth a try!


Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 1/2 cups water
1-2 cups of chopped chorizo or other sausage
1 1/2 cups red lentils
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
2 bay leaves
1 dried red chili pepper or 1 tablespoon of chili powder
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup (3 ounces) crumbled feta cheese (OPTIONAL)

Preparation

Heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic; cook 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, stirring frequently.

Next add chorizo or sausage of choice. Let cook, while stirring for 5min.

Add water, red lentils, 1 tablespoon dill, bay leaves, chili, and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender.

Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon dill, vinegar, salt, and black pepper; discard bay leaves and chili pepper if used.

Next sprinkle with feta cheese if you'd like.

Imi

Sorry i ment veg not with it hun

xxx

Dippy Yvanne

lol was gunna say imi!! *shudders*

vejables

mmmmm mango that sounds awesome