Lentil soup

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 325g (11oz) red lentils
• 1500ml (2½ pints) water
• 3 carrots - grated
• ½ tbsp tomato puree
• 2 onions - sliced
• 1 leek – chopped
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or 1 stock cube
• salt & pepper

EQUIPMENT:

• Measuring jug
• Sharp knife
• Tablespoon
• Chopping board
• Saucepan
• Weighing scales
• Grater
• Wooden spoon

METHOD:

1. Boil lentils in water until soft (approx 20 minutes) – with stock cube added, if used.
2. Add vegetables and boil until tender.
3. Add soy sauce and tomato puree and season to taste.
4. Simmer for a further 20 minutes.
5. Serve.