Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup

A perfect soup to have simmering all afternoon on a fall Saturday.

1 lb lentils

1 lb sweet potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes), peeled and cubed

1 Cup onion

4 Garlic cloves

2 Stalks celery

1 Cup carrots

1 Cup mushrooms

32 oz Vegetable Chicken broth

2 Bouillon cubes

1 tsp Each of cumin, cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper to taste

Sauté onions, mushrooms, garlic, celery and carrots in 1 tbsp olive oil until soft. Combine with other ingredients in large pot or slow cooker. The flavor comes out after a couple of hours, so let it simmer for awhile before serving. Pairs well with a cornbread, or nice crusty white bread, and a seasonal ale. Enjoy!

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 1 hour +