Carrot Red Lentil And Orange Soup

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This recipe was found in the 2008 cookbook, fruit!!

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Steps

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In a large saucepan heat the oil , then gently fry the onion , bay leaf & celery for 5 minutes to soften them slightly , but do not brown !.

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Add the carrots & cook , stirring for another 2 minutes , until well coated in the onion & celery mixture.

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Stir in the lentils , tomatoes veggie stock , & bring to a boil before turning down the heat , covering & simmering for about 40 minutes , stirring occasionally , until thick & tender.

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Remove from the heat & let stand , covered for 10 minutes , before discarding the bay leaf.

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Stir in the orange juice , the zest & seasoning , then return to the heat & reheat gently until piping hot but not boiling !.

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To serve , ladel into warmed soup bowls & swirl the surface with a tablespoon of yogurt , then sprinkle a little chopped parsley on top & enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, bay leaf, celery ribs, carrot, red lentil, tomatoes, vegetable stock, fresh orange juice, orange zest, salt, ground black pepper, plain yogurt, fresh parsley