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Meadow Linn's Rainy Day Soup

By on November 25, 2013
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I love grocery shopping, but sometimes I get so caught up in work that my cupboards get pretty bare. Opening the refrigerator on those days can be disheartening, especially when I’m really hungry. However, as though God has opened a window, when I look deeper into the inner sanctum of my kitchen, I can usually find ingredients for a hearty soup. And soup always feels so satisfying and nurturing. One of the great things about making soup is that some of the best creations happen when I let go of the need for my soup to turn out a particular way, and I give in to the contents of my fridge. This is a delicious soup for a rainy day. Use whatever you have on hand and see what culinary magic you cook up!

Serves 8

2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 lb. carrots, peeled and chopped
1 whole celery, chopped
½ green cabbage, rough chopped
1 large bunch Italian parsley, chopped
1 28-oz. can diced tomatoes in juice
10 cups water
½ cup cider vinegar
½ cup lentils
salt and pepper, to taste

In a large stockpot (at least 6 quarts) over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic with the olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile chop the carrots and celery and add them to the pot. Chop the cabbage and parsley and add them to the pot as well. Stir frequently to make sure nothing sticks to the bottom. Add the diced tomatoes, water, and cider vinegar, and another small pinch of salt and pepper. Increase the heat to medium-high. Once you attain a gentle boil, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cover and gently simmer for about an hour. Add the lentils, cover, and simmer until the lentils are soft, about 45 minutes. Add salt to taste. Enjoy on a cozy rainy or snowy day!

P.S. For some inspiration with your soup, read this week’s article!

 

meadow linnMeadow Linn is an accomplished chef who’s been sharing her love of food since she was old enough to crawl into the cupboards. She teaches cooking both in the USA and internationally and is the co-founder of The Mystic Chef® culinary training. With her mother, Meadow co-authored two Hay House books, Quest and The Mystic Cookbook, which inspired a keynote address to 2,000 people about the secret alchemy of food. Meadow is a passionate photographer, and her photos have won awards at both the state and national level. Meadow lives on the Central Coast of California where she enjoys writing, tending her vegetable garden, and cuddling with her dog, cats, and chickens. Website: www.MeadowLinn.com  * Blog: www.SavorTheDay.com

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