Soup Recipes?

[Jaydaan]

Lentil Soup Mix

1 1/4 cups dry green or brown lentils
1/4 cup dried minced onions
1/4 cup dried green peppers
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
1/2 tsp. fennel seed, crushed
1/4 tsp. crushed red peppper

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to one year.

To serve: Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the soup mix. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 35 to 40 minutes or until the lentils are soft. Serves 4.

Makes one batch of mix.