Favorite Lentil Soup, Jane Brody's Recipe

• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil or possibly vegetable oil
• 2 lrg onions minced (2 c.) or possibly 3 medium onions
• 3 x carrots coarsely grated
• 3/4 tsp marjoram crumbled
• 3/4 tsp thyme crumbled
• 28 ounce canned tomatoes coarsely minced*
• 7 c. broth (beef, chicken, or possibly vegetable)
• 1 1/2 c. dry lentils rinsed
• 1/2 tsp salt if you like
• 1/4 tsp fresh grnd black pepper or possibly to taste
• 6 ounce dry white wine
• 1/3 c. minced fresh parsley or possibly 2 t dry flakes
• 4 ounce cheddar cheese grated

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