Turkish Red Lentil Soup

By lindsayvk

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp butter
• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
• 2 cups red lentils, well-washed
• 1 quart meat stock or broth
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste
• salt
• 1 Tbsp finely chopped parsley
• croutons

Preparation

Step 1

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute the onion for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
2. Stir in the lentils, stock, and tomato paste. Season with salt.
3. Cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
4. Remove from the heat and process in a food processor until smooth. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve with croutons on the side.