Lentil Soup

 

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Ingredients (serves 8) 

2 ½  cups water
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
10 peppercorns (or according to taste)
1 onion, chopped
3/4 cup lentils
1 teaspoon salt
6 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
 

Boil 2 ½  cups water in a 3-quart saucepan. Add turmeric, chopped garlic cloves, peppercorns, chopped onion, lentils, and salt. Return to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the lentils are cooked and most of the liquid absorbed, about 20 minutes.  

Put lentils in a blender  using a little water if necessary). Return lentils to the saucepan. Add 6 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Add lemon juice and salt.