Getting My Autumn On: Lentil Soup

Autumn is upon and that means its soup time! I love making my own soup I get a real sense of achievement and something yummy to eat.

This is a really simple soup to make, its tastes great and fills you up. 

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup of frozen onion (I hate chopping it)
• 2 Diced Carrots  
• 1 stick of celery diced
• 1 cup of red lentils
• Dried mixed herbs
• Litre and a half of stock (I used chicken)
• 2 Bay leaves
• Seasoning

• Fry the onion in a little olive oil for a few minutes then add the carrot and celery and cook for a further 5 mins.
• Add the dried herbs and the lentils and stir.
• Add the stock and bay leaves.
• Bring to the boil and simmer for 40 minutes.
• Blend to your liking.
• Eat

I added a little black pepper to my bowl.

It’s keeps in the fridge for a few days and freezes well. 

Have you got any good soup recipes?