this one just has to be included...

and so with winter comes the Somers Winter Market and its Spiced Red Lentil Soup

Now in its 5th year this beautiful market is a mix of delightful handmade stalls and live entertainment together with plenty of activities to entertain the kids. Held in the gardens of the historic Coolart Wetlands and Homestead it will this year be held on Saturday August the 18th. 

This recipe was developed by a team of dedicated mums who set up and managed the soup stall at the first market held at Coolart. It's simple, quick to make and is packed with great taste and goodness. The volume of curry paste can be varied to suit individual tastes and I do tend to make mine a little thicker than most.

http://www.somerswintermarket.com.au/

Spiced Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 brown onion, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp korma curry paste

• 1 – 1.5 litre salt-reduced vegetable stock

• 400g can diced tomatoes

• 2/3 cup red lentils, rinsed

• 1/4 cup pearl barley, washed

• fresh coriander leaves to serve

Method

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion. Cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes or until softened. Add curry paste. Stir to combine.  Stir in stock, tomato, lentils and barley. Cover. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until barley is tender. Divide between bowls. Top with coriander. Serve with bread.