Shawrbat ‘Adas bi Thoom wa Kammoon (Palestinian Lentil and Garlic Soup Flavoured with Cumin)( Soup – Legume )

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INGREDIENTS:

• 2 T olive oil
• 1 head of garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 small hot pepper, finely chopped
• 2 T finely chopped fresh cilantro (coriander)
• 4 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 medium potato, cut into small cubes
• 3/4 cup lentils, rinsed
• 2 t ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 1/2 cups water
  

METHOD:
Heat oil in a saucepan and saut=E9 garlic, hot pepper and cilantro over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and saute another 5 minutes; then stir in remaining ingredients and bring to boil, adding more water if necessary. Cover and cook over medium heat for 45 minutes. Serve hot.