Red Lentil, Tomato And Spinach Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons masoor dal, washed (split red lentils)
2 cups chopped tomatoes or 2 cups diced tomatoes
3/4 cup chopped spinach (palak)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 -2 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 -3 black peppercorns
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup soymilk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons ghee or 2 teaspoons olive oil
salt

Preparation

Heat the butter in a pan and add the onions, garlic and peppercorns.
When the onions turn translucent, add the lentils, tomatoes, salt and 2 cups of water and cook till the dal is tender. About 20 minutes.
When cool, blend to get a smooth puree.
Add the spinach, milk and bring to a boil.
Finish by adding the lemon juice.
Serve hot.