Measurements

• 1 cup lentils
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 can
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Preparation Method

• Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery.
• Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
• Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
• Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and thyme.
• Bring the mixture to a boil.
• Add the rinsed lentils to the pot.
• Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Remove the bay leaves before serving.
• Garnish with fresh parsley.
• Serve hot and enjoy your Italian Lentil Soup.

* Recipe for this meal is curated by GrocerAI's Conversational AI Agent Jiva.