Zuppa di Lenticchie
A nourishing lentil soup seasoned with fresh herbs.

Ingredients
- 300g brown or green lentils
- 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 celery stick, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1L vegetable stock
- 1 bay leaf
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
Method
Sauté the onion, carrot, celery and garlic in olive oil. Add the lentils, stock and bay leaf, and bring to the boil.
Simmer covered for 30-35 minutes until the lentils are tender.
Season to taste and serve with a drizzle of olive oil.
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