Ingredients for - Hearty Greek Lentil Soup

1. Dry lentils, rinsed and drained 1 cup
2. Vegetable oil 1 tablespoon
3. Onion, chopped 1 large
4. Garlic, chopped, or to taste 2 cloves
5. Sliced celery 1 cup
6. Sliced carrots ½ cup
7. Potatoes, peeled and cubed 2
8. Crushed tomatoes 1 (8 ounce) can
9. Chopped fresh parsley ¾ cup
10. Red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon
11. Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
12. Salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Hearty Greek Lentil Soup

1 . Stage

Place lentils in a pot with water to cover; bring to a boil. Drain, reserving water.

2 . Stage

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add celery and carrots; cook and stir until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add the partially cooked lentils, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, vinegar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; cover with water and bring soup to a boil.

3 . Stage

Reduce heat to low; partially cover and let simmer until liquid is almost gone, 35 to 45 minutes.