Palestinian Lentil Soup... Recipe by Nan

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Ingredients

Palestinian Lentil Soup - Pots and Pins - Adapted From Several Recipes
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon Za'atar
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
4 cups beef broth, divided
4 cups vegetable broth, divided
1 tablespoon sea salt
black pepper to taste
1/4 cup long grain rice
juice of one lemon
Bring the heat back up, add in the remaining two cups of broth and stir in the rice, and bring to a boil for a
minute, then reduce the heat to low again, replace the lid, and wait
until the rice is cooked (about 15-20 minutes). Remove from heat and add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in lemon juice. Makes about 6 servings.
Homemade Za'atar Spice - From About.com
1/4 cup sumac (available at Whole Foods)
2 tablespoons thyme
1 tablespoon roasted sesame seeds
2 tablespoons marjoram
2 tablespoons oregano
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt

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