Red Lentil Soup

1 1/2 T. butter
1 onion, chopped
3 clv garlic
1 T. ginger
1/2 t. chili flakes
1/2 t. tumeric
1/2 t. coriander
1/2 t. cumin
2 carrots, peel and chop
2 c. tomatoes (1 can)
1 c. red lentils
3 c. vegetable stock
1/4 c. creamy yogurt
1 T. fresh mint, chopped

1. In pan, melt butter and add onion, garlic, ginger, spices. Cook medium heat until onion is soft. Add carrots, tomatoes, and lentils,then stock. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 40 minutes or until lentils are tender. Season to taste. Serve with yogurt and mint on top.

Great served with other Indian flavored dishes and Naan bread. Yum.