Feeling slightly under the weather? Well, one of Lettuce Shoppes biggest supporters came down with a cold and we knew just the thing off our new menu that would help her feel better, lentil soup! I know we are leaving soup season happily behind us, but here is a yummy classic lentil soup recipe that just might make you want soup all year round!

Ingredients
1 tsp olive oil
1 onion diced
1 carrot diced
5 cups vegetable/chicken broth
1 cup dried lentils
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp thyme
1 tablespoon cumin
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp chili flakes
2 bay leaves
Dash of salt/to taste
1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

In a large pot, sauté the onions and carrot in oil for 3-5 mins until onions are clear. Add broth, lentils, pepper, thyme, bay leaves, garlic, cumin, and salt.
Reduce heat and simmer for 45 mins covered. Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice.

Personal note:
I have made this soup numerous times and my personal preference is no lemon, but you try and decide! I also added fresh rosemary and loved the added flavor. Give it a try and leave some feedback!

-Liz