Week 270: Moroccan Sweet Potato Lentil Soup

Happy Thursday!!

On the menu for TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18th is MOROCCAN SWEET POTATO LENTIL SOUP and MULTI-SEED BREAD. This delicious soup is filled with veggies, nutrient-rich lentils and tons of flavorful spices.

The soup begins with sauteing diced sweet potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, red peppers and garlic in olive oil. The spices, which include cumin, curry powder, coriander, paprika, turmeric and cinnamon, are added to toast and add a richer, fuller taste to the soup.

Next, homemade chicken stock and lentils are added. Lentils add essential vitamins and minerals to your diet and are a great meat replacement as they are loaded with protein. The soup is finished with fresh baby spinach, a squirt or two of lemon juice, and fresh herbs.

My bread companion this week is my MULTI-SEED BREAD. This delicious bread is dark, slightly sweet and has a satisfying crunch from the multi-seed topping. Not only is it fantastic fresh from the oven, if you can save some for breakfast it makes the best toast!!