Quick Lentil Soup

I have a three year old son who cannot eat gluten. It's a challenge balancing my career as a teacher with the hours it requires to fill my son's nutritional needs. I decided to start this blog as a way to share with other parents some of the tricks I've learned to be gluten-free on a busy schedule.

Everyday, I'm going to share a gluten-free tip, whether it's a recipe, ingredient, or way to save time. Nutrition is a priority to me and while I love cooking, I just don't have much time on weekdays. Here's one of my favourite recipes that my son always likes.

Quick Lentil Soup

The preparation for this soup only takes five minutes.

olive oil for the pan
1 onion
2-3 cloves garlic
can of tomatoes
4 cups water or gf stock
1 can or 2 cups tomatoes
1 package or 1 1/2 cups red lenils
two handfuls chopped spinach or chard
1 tsp tumeric
1 tsp cumin
pinch ground cloves
salt and pepper

Saute the onion and garlic in oil until translucent - add tomatoes, stock, lentils, spices, and bring to a boil - reduce to a simmer - cook 20 minutes and add the greens - cook until greens are wilted - puree in batches and add salt and pepper to taste