Alton Brown's Lentil Soup

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From good eats lentil episode.

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Steps

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With salt , sweat the onion , carrot , and celery in hot olive oil.

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Add the broth , tomatoes , lentils and seasonings.

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Bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat and cover , cooking about 35-45 minutes.

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Blend if desired.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, carrot, celery, kosher salt, lentils, tomatoes, chicken broth, vegetable broth, coriander, cumin, grains of paradise