Everyday Italian Lentil Soup

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From giada de laurentii's everyday italian" on tv network"

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Steps

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Heat the oil in a heavy large pot over medium heat.

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Add the onion , carrots , and celery.

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Add the garlic , salt , and pepper and saute until all the vegetables are tender , about 5 to 8 minutes.

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Add the tomatoes with their juices.

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Simmer until the juices evaporate a little and the tomatoes break down , stirring occasionally , about 8 minutes.

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Add the lentils and mix to coat.

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Add the broth and stir.

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Add the thyme sprigs.

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Bring to a boil over high heat.

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Cover and simmer over low heat until the lentils are almost tender , about 30 minutes.

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Stir in the pasta.

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Simmer until the pasta is tender but still firm to the bite , about 8 minutes.

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Season with salt and pepper , to taste.

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Ladle the soup into bowls.

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Sprinkle with the parmesan , drizzle with olive oil , and serve.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, carrots, celery ribs, garlic cloves, salt & freshly ground black pepper, diced tomatoes, lentils, low sodium chicken broth, fresh thyme sprigs, elbow macaroni, parmesan cheese