Spicy-Smoky-Soulful Lentil Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• olive oil, for sauteing (about 2 tbsp.)
• 2 small onions, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 6 teaspoons bacon bits
• 1 1/2 cups dried lentils
• 1 (1 ounce) can vegetable broth
• 3 -4 cups water (or more broth)
• 4 teaspoons TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (or to taste)