Comments on: Hearty Lentil & Black Bean Soup with Smoked Paprika

By: LC

LC — Sat, 13 Apr 2019 22:09:47 +0000

I used this recipe after not being able to find one that I had used previously.
It was a good base, but I changed quite a bit of the recipe.
I used 2 large fresh tomatoes instead of the canned, because that’s what I had.
Also, I added a handful of chopped up baby carrots which I added with the onion. I did not have celery so it was not used.
For seasoning, I added 1/4tsp salt, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tbs chicken soup seasoning, 1tsp oregano, pinch of cumin in addition to 1tsp of the smoked paprika.
I also used an additional can of black beans.
It came out very good, and I ate it with a couple of warm corn tortillas.

By: mamere94

mamere94 — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:10:42 +0000

Instead of a can of just tomatoes, I used a can of spicy rotel. I also added some bell pepper that was getting a little soft. Otherwise, I followed the directions. It was awfully liquidy. Based on the photo and the description, I thought it would be a little thicker. I think next time, I would either increase the amount of black beans or reduce the liquid quantity. I enjoyed it, but I’ll modify it a bit if I make it again. It did fulfill my desire for a filling, healthy, and inexpensive meal, but a previous suggestion of adding sausage does sound tempting.

By: Jordan

Jordan — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 03:28:19 +0000

So good, and easy to make! I added extra black beans (had some homemade leftover from tacos), and it is REALLY good and filling. Doubled the recipe and froze some for later!

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 16:03:46 +0000

Absolutely delicious and easy. I made mine with dried black beans because that’s what I had on hand. Lovely flavor and very filling!

By: nomadmama

nomadmama — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:40:48 +0000

I took this to a Church function and it was GONE in a matter of a few minutes. Everyone loved it. It was a great way to make a lentil soup heartier and more satisfying. This was really great.

By: Allyson

Allyson — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:20:23 +0000

This was a very good soup! I am on weightwatchers, and it was not only easy but also very friendly to my diet.

By: kerryscookin

kerryscookin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:29:38 +0000

This soup is wonderful and really easy to put together. My family and I really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing!

By: JoyfulCook

JoyfulCook — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 01:42:11 +0000

I enjoyed this soup. I added some chopped up ham I had lying around because my husband loves meat. It was a good addition. He isn’t the biggest fan of lentils, but ate the whole bowl! This soup was easy to make (even with the blending process) and I thought has a tasty flavor! (I did forget to add the salt and pepper before serving, but just added it to each bowl)

By: chicagosummerlinds

chicagosummerlinds — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 04:50:58 +0000

I will admit I didn’t really READ the directions until just now, but this soup is very forgiving – I pretty much just dumped the liquid and lentils in the pot after sauteing everything else, and it turned out delicious! I added some cayenne because I love spicy food, and torn mustard greens as well for some more veggies. Delicious, thank you!

By: Jenelle Miller

Jenelle Miller — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 19:18:24 +0000

very good. I put in 1/2 lb. bulk sausage to make it more appealing to the fam, and they loved it.