Lentil Soup
This comforting vegetarian classic gets added complexity and fresh color from a garnish of flavorful basil pesto.
Ingredients
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Olive oil -- 1/4 fl oz
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Onions, 1/4-inch dice -- 4 1/2 oz
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Carrots, 1/4-inch dice -- 4 1/2 oz
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Celery, 1/4-inch dice -- 4 1/2 oz
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Red bell peppers, 1/4-inch dice -- 4 1/2 oz
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Garlic, minced -- 1/2 oz
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Shallot, minced -- 1/2 oz
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Lentils, cooked -- 2 lb
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White wine, Chardonnay -- 1/2 cup
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Minor’s® Classical Reductions™ Reduced Vegetable Stock Gluten Free, prepared as broth -- 32 fl oz
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Minor’s® GreenLeaf™ Basil Pesto Gluten Free -- 2 1/2 cups
Preparation
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1In a stock pot over medium high flame, add oil, onions, carrots, celery, and red bell peppers. Cook for 2–3 minutes or until the carrots are soft and the onions are lightly caramelized.
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2Add garlic and shallot; continue to cook for an additional minute. Add lentils and cook for an additional minute.
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3Deglaze with white wine and reduce au sec or until almost dry.
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4Add vegetable broth to the pot, bring to a simmer, and season with salt and pepper to taste
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5Garnish with Basil Pesto for service.
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