Peasant Soup

This soup is so hearty and good. Serve it with rustic bread and sharp chedder (if you can have it) and be satisfied!

I know this picture might not be the most appetizing, but trust me, this soup is yummy!

Heat oil, and fry until soft:

2 Tbs. vegetable oil

3 ribs celery, diced

2 carrots, diced

1 onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 t. ground tumeric

Add and cook until tender:

1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes

1/3 c. dried green lentils

4 1/2 c. water or chicken broth

Add:

1 Tbs. tomato paste

1 c. cooked pasta (optional)

1 can (19 oz.) bean medley, drained and rinsed

Stir in:

2 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley

1 Tbs. chopped fresh mint

1/2 t. salt or to taste

Serve!

This soup surprised us all with how tasty it was, and my kids loved it! I hope you like it too!