Zuppa di Lenticchie (Lentil Soup)
1.5 tbsps fruity Olive Oil
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, diced
1 small fennel bulb, diced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup lentils, rinsed, etc.
2 tsps. salt
pepper to taste
2 tbsps chopped fresh basil
1. Heat half the olive oil in large pot.
2. Add garlic, onion and fennel. Saute until soft [5 minutes]
3. Add the broth and lentils. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until lentils are tender
[about 45 minutes]
5. Serves 6 people. Drizzle olive oil over each serving and
garnish with basil.
[Romano or parmesan cheese]
