Red Lentil Caramelised Onion Soup

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From an aww magazine, thick and satisfying soup.

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Steps

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Rinse the lentils and rice in cold water and drain.

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Combine the 4 cups of stock and the water in large saucepan and bring to boil.

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Add the lentils , rice and cumin and return to the boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer uncovered , stirring occasionally until just tender , approx 15 minutes.

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Meanwhile , melt butter in large fry pan , add onion and cook until softens , add sugar and vinegar and cook stirring until onion caramelises , remove from heat.

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Stir the cayenne , coriander and parsley into the lentil mixture and bring to the boil.

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Stir in the caramelised onion mixture and the extra cup of stock , cook , stirring , until heated through.

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Ingredients

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red lentils, brown rice, vegetable stock, water, ground cumin, butter, brown onions, sugar, balsamic vinegar, cayenne pepper, fresh coriander, fresh flat-leaf parsley