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The Cozy Soup We Can’t Stop Making

Published 6 months ago • 1 min read

January 7, 2025

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Looking for a cozy, protein-packed vegetarian soup that actually keeps you full? This Pasta and Lentil Soup (Italian Style) is inspired by classic pasta e lenticchie and made with lentils, mini shell pasta, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a subtle Calabrian chili kick for deep, comforting flavor. It’s a simple one-pot meal loaded with vegetables, perfect for make-ahead lunches or easy weeknight dinners.

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Just Maika Cooking

Maika Frederic | Personal Chef

I am a professionally trained chef, recipe developer, ​culinary educator. My goal is to create, educate and discover tools that ​will bring the joy and passion of global cuisine to food enthusiasts ​and home cooks through exploration, experimentation, and tasting.

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