Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

1. 7 cups water
2. 2 1/2 cups dry red lentils
3. 1 large onion, minced
4. 1 teaspoon turmeric
5. Large pinch cayenne pepper
6. 2–4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
7. 1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt
8. Black pepper

Method:

Combine water, lentils, onion, turmeric, and cayenne in a large soup pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover, and simmer until lentils have disintegrated, about 30 to 60 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper to taste.