Instructions: Thick, delicious and nutritious, especially in the winter!

1 In large pot saute the onions, garlic, and ginger in a little olive oil for about 5 minutes.

2 Add the water, lentils, chick peas, white kidney beans, diced tomatoes, carrots, celery, garam masala, cardamom, cayenne pepper and cumin. Bring to a boil for a few minutes then simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or longer, until the lentils are soft.

3 Puree half the soup in a food processor or blender. Return the pureed soup to the pot, stir and enjoy! Makes 6 plus servings

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