Amenian Lentil Soup with Apricots

The Soup Lady is always looking for something unusual to do with a lentil. Heaven knows I've done all the ususal things. This little bean lends itself very well to becoming the vehicle for carrying odd mixtures of flavors and this recipe is no exception. Doesn't it just cry out to be served with a dollop of cool plain yogurt on top?

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Armenian Lentil Soup with Apricots
The Ingredients:
Part 1:
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup sliced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery
3 cup peeled, cubed eggplant
1 cup diced green pepper
6 clv garlic, minced
Part 2:
6 cup chicken stock
1 1/2 cup lentils
1 1/2 cup chopped tomato
4 oz dried apricots
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp allspice
1/4 tsp cayenne
1 tbl paprika
1 1/2 tsp salt
Finish with:
3 tbl parsley
1 tbl mint
The Process:
Saute Part 1 in olive oil until lightly browned.
Add Part 2.
Simmer until lentils are tender.
Adjust seasonings to your taste and Garnish.
found at Food Down Under
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Comments

[Sara]

taste this