Shurit Ads (Lentil & Garlic Soup) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

7 cups chicken stock
2 cups dry lentils
2 tomatoes, peeled, quartered
4 garlic cloves, chopped
3 onions
2 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
lemon wedge

Preparation

In large saucepan, bring stock to a boil.
Add lentils, tomatoes and garlic.
Quarter 2 onions- add to lentil mixture.
Chop remaining onion- set aside.
Partially cover pan- simmer 45 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet.
Add chopped onion- saute until light browned.
Press lentil mixture though a sieve- or puree in blender or food processor.
Reheat in saucepan- season with salt, pepper and cumin.
Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
Pour into a tureen or serve in individual bowls.
Sprinkle sauteed onion over top.
Serve with lemon wedges.