Red Lentil Cream Soup

Name: Red Lentil Cream Soup - Mirela K.
Ingredients: It is a hearty winter soup. And you should ask for a double portion; I swear! We need: 4 thin carrots; 1 robust parsley root; 1 round onion cut into quarters; 1 white potato chopped; 1 head of garlic; 2 handfuls of red lentils; a pinch or two of cumin; thyme; oil.

Soups - Red Lentil Cream Soup by Mirela K. - Recipia

To prepare a delicious red lentil soup with vegetables, we start by cleaning and chopping the carrots, parsley, and potato into small cubes. These vegetables will bring a rich flavor and pleasant texture to the soup. We place them in a pot, adding enough water to cover them completely. It is important not to rush this stage, as the vegetables need to boil evenly to release their flavors. Meanwhile, we focus on preparing the aromatic mixture that will give the soup an extra flavor. In a separate pan, we add the oil and heat it over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, we add the finely chopped onion. We let it sauté until it becomes glassy, at which point we will add the lentils. They should be well washed beforehand to remove any impurities. When the lentils have begun to soak up the onion's aroma, it's time to add the thinly sliced garlic and a little ground cumin. The smell that will fill the kitchen will be irresistible. We continue to cook the mixture over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning. After the vegetables have boiled, we remove them from the water and mash them, keeping the liquid they boiled in, as it will add depth to the soup. When we have obtained a fine vegetable paste, we pour the onion, lentil, and garlic mixture over the vegetable puree. Now it is time to season the soup with salt, pepper, and thyme, to taste. We put the lid on the pot and let the soup simmer on low heat for 30 minutes. It is essential to stir occasionally to ensure that the red lentils cook evenly and break down, thus thickening the soup. In the end, the soup should have a creamy consistency and a rich flavor that will delight the taste buds. Served hot, with croutons or fresh parsley on top, this red lentil soup will surely become a favorite in every season.