Heartwarming Lentil Soup Recipe

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prep time

	Servings:	Prep Time:	Total Time:
	6	20 mins	1hr 20mins

Lentils are one of my favorite legumes. They have always been a part of the Mediterranean diet, thanks to their high protein and fiber content. During the Spanish Civil War, lentils became a hero of the kitchen, saving thousands of families from starvation, including my mother's. Today, I share with you a heartwarming lentil soup recipe that takes the humble lentil to new heights. With Sofrito, chorizo, and other spices, this recipe is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of food to nourish and uplift us all.

Ingredients:

1/2 lb of lentils.

2 ml of water.

1 medium green pepper.

4 small sweet peppers.

1 medium yellow onion.

1 big clove of garlic. 

2 medium carrots. 

3 medium golden potatoes.

2 stalks of celery.

1 sprig of green onion.

3 sprigs of parsley.

1 piece of dry-cured chorizo.  Approximately 6 oz.

1 envelope of Sazon Goya seasoning for stews.

1 Bay leaves.

1/2 tablespoon of ground Coriander seeds. 

1/2 tablespoon of Cumming. 

1 tablespoon of salt.

12 tablespoons of pepper.

1/4 of cooking oil (I use Avocado or Corn oil for cooking).

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Directions:

1.- Rinse the lentils and bring them to a boil in a big pan (use a measuring cup for the water) with salt and pepper. Boil them medium-high for approximately 30 mins.

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2.- In the meantime, peel and dice carrots and potatoes. Then, chop the remaining ingredients, including the chorizo. 

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3.- Sofrito Magic comes next: bring the oil to a skillet, and make sure is big enough for all the ingredients. Sauté the onions, garlic, green onions, sweet peppers, celery, parsley, and chorizo over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes. 

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4.- Add the Sofrito to the boiled lentils.

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5.- Add the Bay leaves, ground Coriander, Oregano, and Sazon Goya package.

6.- Add the carrots and potatoes.

7.- Boil medium-high for another 30 minutes, making sure potatoes and carrots are soft. Pour into a casserole dish for serving.

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Serve hot, garnish with cilantro leaves and enjoy!

I prepared this recipe on a cold, rainy spring day, and found comfort in every bite.

Substitutions: Bacon or Smoked Pork Chops can be used instead of Chorizo.