1 ½ Tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. cumin
1 c. red lentils
4 c. chicken stock
1 14 ½-oz can diced tomatoes
2 c. chopped winter squash, ½ in. cubes
4 c. chopped mixed greens
1 tsp. smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and cumin and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add lentils and broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer 15 minutes or so, until red lentils have broken down. Add chopped winter squash, tomatoes, greens and paprika. Simmer until squash is tender, 15-20 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 6 servings.