Lentil Soup

Frugal Recipe for the Lenten Season

Here is a cheap and easy recipe that my family really enjoys.  Because of the sauteed onions, cabbage, and brown sugar, this recipe is very sweet which my son loves.  The lentils provide a complete protein at a low price so it is a healthy substitute for meat.  With Ash Wednesday approaching, this is a great Lenten meal.  This recipe makes a large batch that serves 6 to 8 people.  We usually make the whole batch and eat it for a couple of nights, or you could freeze it for an easy dinner in the future.


Lentil Soup

• 1 onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/2 pound of lentils
• 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 c. of cabbage, shredded
• 3 T. brown sugar
• 1 t. salt
• 1/2 t. black pepper
• 1 t. curry powder

Saute onion and garlic in olive oil until golden.  Add 6 cups of water.  Then add lentils, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and curry powder.  Bring to a boil.  Turn heat to low and simmer until tender (about 30 minutes), stirring occasionally.  If desired, serve over brown rice.