Lentil and Cactus Soup (Mom’s Recipe)

Description This is an authentic Mexican recipe from Cueva Grande, Valparaiso, Zacatecas, Mexico. The only thing I changed was the addition of the potatoes. Ingredients 14 cups water 3 cloves garlic, cut into thirds 1 pound lentils, picked over and rinsed 1 ½ tablespoons chicken bouillon (such as Knorr®) 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil ½ small … Read more

Lentil Soup with Lemon

Description Includes chicken broth, carrot, onion, some spices, and a splash of lemon. Flexible and very delicious!! Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ⅛ teaspoon chili powder, … Read more