Italian-Style Lentil Soup Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 5-1/4 cups water
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese