Lentil & Quinoa Soup

I LOVE soup. The possibilities are practically endless! Especially during these cold days, when a hot bowl of hearty soup just hits the spot! 

I like lentils. I like quinoa. So both would be even better! My mind works in a vary complex way, I know.

MAKE SURE TO START THIS EARLY MORNING OR BEFORE GOING TO BED

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup lentils
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 + 1/4 cups water
• 1/4 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon of each
• minced garlic
• bay leaf 
• paprika
• thyme
• basil
• nutmeg
• pepper

Instructions: 

This is ridiculously easy. I use my trusty crock pot and dump all of my ingredients together and put the lid on it. Then 9 hours later. Bam dinner. Plus left overs for 2 lunches and next days dinner! 

I love putting toppings on my soups. Here are some of my favorite go to's:

• avocado
• bell pepper
• mushrooms
• spinach
• cabbage
• radishes
• tomatoes
• onions

So, go forth, and don't be afraid of different toppings on your soups!