LENTIL TOMATO SOUP FOR THE SOUP KITCHEN ENJOY DAN:

          LENTIL TOMATO SOUP FOR THE SOUP KITCHEN by CHEF DAN

Serves 30-40

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup butter

6 onions, finely chopped

6 carrots, finely chopped

6 stalks celery, finely chopped

7 garlic cloves, minced

22 cups vegetarian stock

8 cup red lentils

1 gallon can of diced tomatoes

2 cups red wine

1 teaspoon EACH ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and turmeric

2 tablespoons EACH curry blend, cumin, and dill seeds

1/4-cup balsamic vinegar

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1.   In a stock pot heat the butter over medium-heat until sizzling.

2.   Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic and sauté for 10 minutes.

3.   Add stock, dried red lentils, and next 9 ingredients.

4.   Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.

5.   Season with S. &. P.

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