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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 T olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
- 1/4teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups lentils (about 16 ounces)
- 3/4 cup barley
- 8 cups broth (vegetable, chicken, beef, whatever you have or like)
- Salt to taste
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