Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• Onion (1)
• Leeks (2)
• Carrots (3)
• Celery stalks (4)
• Garlic (3 cloves)
• Red lentils (1 1/2 cup)
• Crushed tomatoes (2 cups)
• Parmesan, grated (1/2 cup)
• Chicken, or vegetable broth (7 cups)
• Bay leaves (2-3)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and leeks. Sauté for 5-7 minutes.
2. Add in chopped carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
3. Add lentils, crushed tomatoes, parmesan, broth, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring often.
4. Garnish with parmesan.