since you brought up lentils i couldn't resist. to make the best lenitl soup in the world buy organic bulk lentils. many people don't realize these can be sprouted, you do not need to buy special lentils. it takes a few day, but they need to have a nice tail. they are then ready for soup. make a base of chicken broth onions carrots garlic olive oil and curry, then add sprouted lentils. these will only need maybe 15 - 20 minutes cooking on medium heat if they are fully sprouted, more if they are only half sprouted. this soup is very noursihing and packs a great nutrient punch due to the sprouting. the lentils can also be eaten raw. this soups can also be made in a tomato base or a cream base. have fun.