Jul 14 2026
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Homemade Soup Special Recipe

Inspired by Akron Family Restaurant
Time50m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids

Proteins

Spices & Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop Vegetables

    Wash and peel the carrots and potatoes. Chop all vegetables (carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and potatoes) into small, bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Rinse Lentils

    Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Remaining Vegetables

    Add the chopped carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.

  3. 5

    Add Lentils and Liquids

    Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and water. Bring to a boil.

  4. 6

    Season the Soup

    Once boiling, add salt, black pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender.

  5. 7

    Add Spinach

    In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the spinach until wilted.

  6. 8

    Final Adjustments

    Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

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