Moroccan Harira Soup

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This thick soup is a wonderful comfort food. It's easy to make, delicious and healthy! I know the spices sound strange, but the end result is an excellent savory soup. good enough for company!!

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Steps

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Cook lentils in pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes.

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Drain.

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Heat oil in large pot over medium heat.

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Add onion , parsley , cilantro , ginger , and cinnamon.

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Saute 5 minutes or until onion is soft.

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Stir in tomatoes and saute 5 minutes more.

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Stir in broth , chickpeas , lentils , reserved tomato liquid , and 3 cups water.

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Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 45 minutes or until lentils are tender , stirring occassionally.

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In separate bowl , whisk flour with 1 cup water.

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Whisk in cilantro , lemon juice and tomato paste.

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Add mixture to soup.

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Add orzo to soup.

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Cook for 5 minutes or until orzo is soft.

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Ingredients

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lentils, olive oil, onion, fresh parsley, cilantro, ground ginger, cinnamon, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chickpeas, orzo pasta, flour, lemon juice, tomato paste