It's hard to think of a more efficient and versatile dish than a hearty, rustic soup.You can throw all your old veg in the pot along with other stuff from almost all your other basic food groups, bring it to a boil, bring it down to a simmer, walk away, forget it for 45 minutes to an hour, enjoy the delicious aromas while its simmering, and come back to a completely balanced one dish meal.And lentils, unlike most other pulses or legumes, don't have to be soaked, either. So a hearty, rustic, lentil soup is about as easy and efficient as it gets.Plus they're a great source of protein, fiber, and several essential minerals. Not to mention they're inexpensive.

Great flavor. It's like Split pea soup has an older, more sophisticated sibling lol.

The recipe isn't difficult or time-consuming and I prepare this whenever I'm hungry.I posted this because the crispy texture of pan-fried bacon goes very well with the soup.Lentil soup is common in India, but adding bacon was my own idea.・I recommend to thicken the soup. The consistency should be when the soup easily slips off the spoon. Adjust in Step 8 with water.・As the spices are mild, it can be enjoyed by anyone.・A healthy soup with lots of lentils and a little oil. Recipe by Plabar

This is one of my favorite soups! So simple, yet so thick and satisfying. I serve it on chilly evenings with fresh thick-crusted bread and a light leafy salad. One large bowl and you'll be happy and full!

Got some leftover roast ham? Sick of ham sandwiches? Make this soup!Here’s the long version for inspiration, but you can happily cut out half these steps (eg frying the ham, puréeing half the lentils, etc.) and it would still be delicious, hearty, and an economical winter warmer. Use whatever root veggies you’ve got on hand. Add any dairy/green veg/lemon right near the end.

Healthy and simple recipe perfect for the cold weather 🍲

Recently moved and had literally nothing on hand but basic celery, carrots, onions, and my spices. Bought a bag of lentils and had lunch/dinner for a week. So good I didn't even mind I was eating soup in 80 degree weather.. 😊

This soup is super nutritious! I recommend this for anyone suffering from cold spells.Bulk up the soup by cracking an egg into the soup at the end of cooking. Recipe by salaam.

My mom's recipe.