Slow-Cooker Lentil Tomato Bisque – Lentils.org

Slow-Cooker Lentil Tomato Bisque

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September 2, 2015

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This easy slowcooker soup makes the most of so many crave-worthy flavours.

  • Prep: 15 Minutes
  • Cook: 4 Hours 45 Minutes

  • 15 Minutes

    4 Hours 45 Minutes

    5 Hours

  • Yields: 8
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Directions

  1. HEAT a large skillet over medium high heat, add oil. Let it warm for 30 seconds before adding onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, another 3 minutes. Pour in 1 cup (250 mL) of chicken stock and scrape all of the brown bits off the bottom of pan.
  2. POUR this into a slow cooker along with red and green lentils, whole tomatoes, remaining stock, tomato paste, and honey. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
  3. PUREE soup with an immersion blender until smooth, being careful of hot splatters. Stir in pesto and whipping cream. Season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

Ingredients

2 Tbsp (30 mL) olive oil

1 cup (250 mL) chopped onion

2 garlic cloves, minced

5 cups (1.25 L) chicken or vegetable stock

½ cup (125 mL) split red lentils

½ cup (125 mL) green lentils

1 can (28 oz/796 mL) whole tomatoes

1 can (5.5 oz/156 mL) tomato paste

2 Tbsp (30 mL) liquid honey

6 Tbsp (90 mL) fresh basil pesto

½ cup (125 mL) whipping cream

½ tsp (2 mL) salt

½ tsp (2 mL) ground black pepper

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 1/2 cups (375 mL)
Calories270
Sodium440 mg
Potassium641 mg
Protein10 g
Cholesterol20 mg
Sugar10 g
Total Fat14 g
Saturated Fat4.5 g
Total Carbohydrates30 g
Dietary Fiber6 g