Everyone loves guacamole, but not everyone can afford to make heaps of it. This is a pretty decent substitute that’s much more affordable. Here’s what you’ll need:
1 can chickpeas, drained
1 handful baby spinach
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small tomato
Salt to taste
Dump all the ingredients, except tomatoes, into a food processor and puree until smooth. Add the tomatoes at the end and pulse until roughly diced (or dice them beforehand and just fold them in at the end).
Okay, this is pretty good. I adapted it from a recipe my sister-in-law gave me.
Lentil Soup with Red Wine Vinegar
8 oz. dried lentils
5 c. water
2 c. spaghetti sauce
2 bay leaves
Dried oregano (if desired)
Red wine vinegar (to taste)
Just dump it all in a pot, except the vinegar. Simmer about 90 minutes, or until the lentils are done. You may need to add a little more liquid. Add the vinegar at the end, to taste. (I like a fair amount. The vinegar makes this soup.)
We ate it with crumbled tortilla chips. You could reduce the liquid and make it a nice little dip. Dip or soup, I think it would be great with some cheese on non-fast days.
