Caldo De Lentejas

Steps

1. Rinse the dried lentils thoroughly under cool water.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion. Saute until softened.
3. Add diced celery, carrots, and potatoes. Saute a few minutes.
4. Stir in the rinsed lentils and 8 cups water.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes, until lentils are tender. (Instant Pot: pressure cook 25 minutes, natural release.)
6. Before adding salt, scoop out a portion for baby. Puree or mash to preferred consistency.
7. For the remaining soup, add salt to taste plus optional garlic salt and oregano. Simmer 15 minutes.
8. Serve with a squeeze of lime and warm tortillas.