Golden Lentil Soup - Ww Core

Ingredients

• 1 large onion
• chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 12 lb dried split red lentils
• 1 quart chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• salt
• pepper

Instructions

1. Saute the onion in the oil for 10 minutes or until it is soft but not browned.
2. Add the lentils and stir for 2 minutes, then add the chicken stock.
3. Bring to a boil, turn down heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the lentils are very tender and pale-colored.
4. Puree a cup of soup in the blender or beat with a spoon to make it smoother and thicker.
5. Add the lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.