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Creamy Tomato & Lentil Soup

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A comforting and creamy soup made with lentils, tomatoes, and coconut milk, perfect for a busy day. Ingredients: 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed 1 can 14 5 oz diced tomatoes 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 cup coconut milk 1 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine lentils, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, basil, and oregano Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until lentils are tender Stir in coconut milk and season with salt and pepper Blend half of the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender Return blended mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine Cook for an additional 15-30 minutes on low heat Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired

Sopa de Albondigas

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Savor the warmth and goodness of Sopa de Albondigas, a traditional Mexican Meatball Soup. This hearty soup features seasoned pork meatballs, vegetables, and savory broth, creating a comforting bowl that's perfect for any occasion. Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork 1/2 cup cooked rice 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1 large egg 8 cups chicken broth 2 carrots, sliced 2 potatoes, diced 1 zucchini, diced 1/2 cup frozen peas Lime wedges, for serving Fresh cilantro, for garnish Instructions: Put cooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and the egg in a large bowl Pour in the ground pork Mix everything together well Form the mix into little meatballs, then se...