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Step 1
In a large bowl of water soak the lentils for approximately 1-2 hours, then drain and rinse.
Step 2
In a large pot add the oil, chopped onion, carrots and celery, cook for 2 minutes stirring often then add the garlic and cook until onion is transparent.
Step 3
Then add the lentils, broth, tomatoes and spices. Stir to combine, then bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add the potatoes and continue to cook for 30 minutes, in the last 5 minutes remove the bay leaf and add the spinach, stir to combine. At this point you can remove ⅓-½ the soup and blend until smooth* then add back into the pot. Heat through and serve.