Sopa de lentejas y calabaza

Ingredientes

• 11⁄2 Cups red lentils, washed
• 1⁄2 buttenut pumpkin, cut into cubes
• 1 onion, diced
• 1⁄4 cup medium grain rice (do not wash)
• 2 chicken stock cubes
• 1 heaped teaspoon vegeta
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt & Cracked pepper to taste
• Tablespoon ghee
• Boiling water to fill pot

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Method ---

2. 2

   In a large pot add ghee and saute your onions for a few minutes till soft.

3. 3

   Add all the rest of the ingredients, season to taste with salt towards the end.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil and you will need to keep an eye on it at the beginning as it will froth up and you will need to skim the top to avoid it overflowing.

5. 5

   Once you have removed the froth bring to a medium boil and cook for approx 40-45mins. You may need to add more water during the course of the cooking time.

6. 6

   Blend using a heatproof blender or stick blender. Season to taste.

7. 7

   I've also made a cumin oil, in a small frypan toast some pepitas in olive oil add a dash of cumin, paprika and chilli and cook for a minute or so. Drizzle on top of your soup and serve with toasted crusty bread.