Recipe Name Lentil and Bean Soup Submitted by dbcarlson Recipe Description This is a recipe from Prevention Magazine which I changed slightly. I did not add the 3 1/2 ounces of smoked Gouda in an effort to reduce calories. Quantity 0 Quantity Unit Prep Time (minutes) 10 Cook Time (minutes) 35 Ready In (minutes) 45

Ingredients Amount Measure Ingredient 1 medium (2-1/2" dia) Onion, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon course sea salt 1 cup tomato sauce - 8 oz can 5 cups (8 fl oz) water 3 small (5-1/2" long) carrots diced 2 stalks large (11"-12" long) celery, diced 1 1/4 cups green lentils, rinsed and picked over 1 1/2 cups canned black beans, rinsed an drained 2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped Steps Sequence Step 2 Add lentils and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add tomato suace, carrots, and celery. Simmer an additional 10 minutes. Add black beans and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. 3 Stir in cilantro. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Top with a dollop of low fat or fat free sour cream if desired.