Italian Lentil Soup
"Lentils, like beans, are part of the legume family and add cholesterol-reducing fiber to this tasty soup. —Marybeth Gessele, Gaston, Oregon..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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3-1/4 cups water
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1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
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1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
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1 medium carrot, shredded
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1 small green pepper, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
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1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
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1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 cups cooked brown rice
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