human
I'm looking for a good, healthy, and easy-to-make soup recipe for fall. Do you have any suggestions?
assistant
One of my favorite easy-to-make soups is a hearty lentil soup. It's packed with protein, fiber, and flavor from the lentils and vegetables. You can make it in about 30 minutes start to finish. To get started, heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, and salt. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Remove the bay leaves and stir in spinach or kale. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like croutons or cheese. Enjoy!