We have plans to go to my Grandmothers this weekend and I'll be devastated if we can't go. Her house is always so welcoming and the holidays are always best spen there. Good food and a warm homey atmosphere; it's better than any hotel on earth. It's what I try to emulate in my own home and hopefully when I'm a Grandma I will be able to provide that for my family {because god knows it will take me that long}. I'm going to start taking notes from now on so I don't forget everything I learn from her!
Now on to the soup!
I made this vegan lentil soup Friday when I started feeling nauseous and couldn't eat much. I thought the warmth of the broth along with the ginger would help calm my stomach, and boy was I right. Sadly I didn't have fresh ginger or turmeric, next time I make it I will make sure I do though. Fresh ginger is amazing when it comes to nausea! I found this recipe from Eat Yourself Skinny on Pinterest, it was created by Alicia Silverstone so I knew I had to try it. I adapted it to what I had on hand so definitely follow the link to see the original recipe, it looks divine!
Vegan Lentil Soup
1 medium onion, diced
1 large tomato, diced
1/2 tsp ginger (powder)
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cayenne (the original calls for an 1/8 tsp but I like mine a little spicy)
pinch of salt
2 medium russet potatoes
7 cups vegetable broth
1 cup brown lentils
In a large pot, saute onion for a few minutes until soft ( I don't use oil to saute onions since they sweat a little while cooking.)
Stir in tomatoes and ginger, cooking an additional 3 minutes.
Stir in remain spices, including salt, and cook for another 2 minutes.
Then add the potatoes, broth, and lentils.
Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and cover, letting it simmer for about 30-40 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Hope you like this recipe as much as I did. It's very simple to put together so is perfect when you're feeling a little under the weather.
What's your go to recipe when you're not feeling well?
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