1. Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried lentils
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin or curry powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in a little oil.
2. Add garlic and spices, stir for a minute.
3. Add lentils and water/broth. Bring to a boil.
4. Simmer 30–40 minutes until lentils are soft.
5. Optional: Blend partially for a creamy texture.

Cost: Around $0.50–$1.00 per serving

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2. Potato and Onion Soup

Ingredients:

• 3–4 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups broth or water
• 1/2 cup milk (optional)
• Salt, pepper, and herbs (like thyme or parsley)

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic.
2. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil.
3. Simmer until potatoes are soft.
4. Blend if desired and stir in milk.

Cost: About $0.75 per serving

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3. Cabbage Soup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 head of cabbage, shredded
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4–6 cups broth or water
• Salt, pepper, and herbs (like bay leaf or thyme)

Instructions:

1. Sauté onions and carrots.
2. Add cabbage, tomatoes, and broth.
3. Simmer for 30–40 minutes.

Cost: Around $0.50 per serving

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4. Egg Drop Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• Green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat broth to a simmer.
2. Stir in soy sauce and cornstarch slurry.
3. Slowly drizzle in eggs while stirring.
4. Garnish with green onions.

Cost: About $0.60 per serving

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5. Rice and Bean Soup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup rice
• 1 can beans (any type), drained
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic
• 4–6 cups broth or water
• Cumin, paprika, chili powder to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic.
2. Add spices, rice, beans, and liquid.
3. Simmer until rice is cooked, 20–30 minutes.

Cost: About $0.75 per serving