Tales from the Galley Kitchen
Zippy Lentil Soup
  • 2 t olive oil
  • 1 C chopped onion
  • 2 t chopped garlic
  • 1/2 C pearl barley
  • 2 (13 oz) cans beef broth, defatted
  • 1 (16 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 C lentils
  • 1/2 t dried marjoram
  • 1/4 t pepper
  • 1 C chopped celery

Heat oil in saucepan, saute onion and garlic for 2 minutes.  Add barley, saute another 2 minutes.  Add broth, tomatoes, lentils, marjoram, and pepper.  Bring to a boil.  Simmer, covered, about 30 minutes.  Add celery, simmer10 minutes.

Serve with cheese or sour cream.