Lentil and Quinoa Soup

• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 2 cups chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 12 cups dried brown lentils
• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• salt and pepper

1. In large pot, combine garlic, onion, carrot, celery, lentils, seasoning, tomatoes and broth.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 35 minutes.
4. Stir in quinoa and simmer 15-20 minutes, until tender.
5. Stir in vinegar.
6. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

garlic, onions, carrots, celery, brown lentils, italian seasoning, tomatoes, chicken broth, quinoa, balsamic vinegar, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/lentil-and-quinoa-soup-511113 (may not work)