Picture this: plump lentils, a rainbow of veggies, and the unmistakable fragrance of memories simmering in a pot. And then, enter Toum—a secret passed down through the years. Its creamy, garlicky notes elevate the soup to a realm of deliciousness that, frankly, my ancestors would envy.

But what’s the magic behind this revamped classic? It’s not just about the ingredients; it’s about the soul poured into each pot. This isn’t just Nana’s lentil soup; it’s a piece of my heart served in a bowl. The subtle improvements? Well, let’s just say they add a dash of love that can only come from spending countless afternoons experimenting in the kitchen.

So, put on your coziest sweater, grab a ladle, and let’s embark on a journey through flavors that whisper tales of family, love, and the joy found in a simple bowl of soup. This, my friend, is not just a recipe; it’s a hug from the past, a taste of home with a contemporary twist. Get ready to savor Nana’s Heartwarming Lentil Soup, now with a Toum-infused touch that’ll make you feel like you’ve come home.

Lentil Soup

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ½ Cups Lentils (green or brown)

• 1 Yellow onion

• 6 Tbsp Anne’s Toum Lemon Sumac or Original

• 4 Swiss Chard leaves

• 4 medium yellow potatoes

• 1/3-1/2 Cup fresh lemon juice

• 7 Cups water

• 1 Tbsp Olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

• Heat olive oil in a large soup pot/dutch oven.
• Chop onion and sauté in pan over medium heat until translucent. Dice potatoes and set aside.
• Reduce heat to low and add Anne’s Toum. Mix Anne’s Toum into your onions and sauté until Anne’s Toum melts down.
• Then add lentils, potatoes, water and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to boil and reduce to simmer.
• Cover pan and simmer for 35 min or until lentils and potatoes are cooked through.
• Meanwhile, rinse and chop the swiss chard. Add to the pan when lentils are almost done and cook for 10 minutes.
• Turn heat off. Add lemon juice and enjoy!

Notes

• As a bonus: Spread Anne’s Toum on your bread, broil and enjoy garlic toast with your nourishing soup!

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