Fridge-Clearing Lentil Soup
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large onion (of any color), chopped
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5 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground tumeric
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1/4 pound chopped bacon, pancetta or ham, optional
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Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
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1/2-inch to 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
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1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, optional
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2 bay leaves
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2 cups dried green lentils, picked over and rinsed
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4 to 6 cups chicken stock, vegetable stock or water
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1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
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4 cups chopped vegetables (cauliflower, carrots, broccoli, leafy greens, etc.)
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1 to 2 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice
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Yogurt, sour cream or crème fraîche
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Chopped herbs
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Chopped onion
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