Greek lentil soup (soupa fakez)

 Greek lentil soup (soupa fakez) recipe in the soup category

 Recipe ingredients:

• 3 cups uncooked lentils
• 12 to 15 cups hot water
• 1 cup oil
• 4 to 5 cloves garlic
• 1 onion, minced
• 2 stalks celery
• 2 medium carrots, minced
• 1 sprig rosemary
• 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, peeled and strained or 1 (30 ounce) can tomatoes
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Vinegar (optional)

 Recipe method:

• Soak the lentils overnight in cold water.
• Rinse and place in a large pot with plenty of water.
• Bring to a boil.
• Drain off this water and replace it with the 12 to 15 cups hot water.
• Add the remaining ingredients except the tomatoes and salt and pepper.
• Simmer for 45 minutes, then add the tomatoes and cook for about 20 minutes longer (until the lentils are soft).
• Serve hot.

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