Ingredients

  • 3 c. dry lentils, soaked overnight in 2 qt. water
  • 1 onion, grated
  • 1 c. celery, chopped
  • 1 c. carrots, grated
  • 1 c. potatoes, grated
  • 1/2 c. green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 c. parsley, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 3 1/2 c. canned tomatoes
  • 1 lemon

Method

  • Soak lentils overnight in 2 quarts water.
  • Simmer 45 minutes until lentils are tender.
  • Skim off scum that rises to top.
  • Add all other ingredients except lemon and simmer together 1 to 2 hours until everything is tender and flavors are blended.
  • Squeeze juice from lemon and add to soup.
  • Serve with a dollop of sour cream.
  • Freezes well.