Just Like Progresso's Lentil Soup

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Just Like Progresso's Lentil Soup

 

2 cups lentils, rinsed

8 cups water

1 onion, large and chopped

1/2 cup carrot, chopped

1/2 cup celery, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper, optional

1/2 tsp. oregano

16 oz. canned tomatoes

2 Tbsp. lemon juice

3 Tbsp. fresh parsley, for garnish

 

Using a large soup pot, place onions, carrots, celery, garlic, parsley,

salt, pepper and oregano. Saute' until tender, then add water and lentils.

Cover pan and simmer 1 hour. Add tomatoes and liquid and lemon juice.

Simmer 30 minutes longer.

 

Serves 8-10.