Carefully sort/examine lentils - look for rocks or other debris
Rinse lentils and strain in mesh strainer (add pic)
Remove skin and chop onion in large chunks
Finely dice onion in food processor along with garlic cloves
Wash carrots and kale
Cut leaves off of kale stems and put in food processor until finely chopped
Peel carrots, chop in chunks and put in food processor until finely diced
Add Olive oil to pot and bring to medium heat
Add carrots, onion and garlic and let Sautee for about 7-8 minutes until veggies are softened - stirring frequently
Stir in lentils
Add veggie stock and kale and stir
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and let simmer for 35 40 minutes until lentils are soft, but still hold their shape
Serve warm for everyone 10 mos. +
For families with babies eating stage 2 foods (typically 7-9 mos.), set aside desired amount and let cool.
Once cool add to food processor or blender and puree to desired consistency.
Reheat and serve to baby after feeding breastmilk or formula.