Classic Lentil and Sausage Soup

A hearty and comforting soup featuring tender lentils and savory sausage, simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

6 hr

Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage

1.5 cup brown lentils

1 large onion

3 medium carrots

3 medium celery stalks

4 cloves garlic

14.5 oz diced tomatoes

6 cup chicken broth

2 cup water

1 tsp dried thyme

1 whole bay leaf

1 tsp salt

0.5 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

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1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the pot.
2
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
5 min
3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
1 min
4
Return the browned sausage to the pot. Add the rinsed brown lentils, diced tomatoes (undrained), chicken broth, water, dried thyme, and bay leaf.
5
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
45 min
6
Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
8
This recipe is designed for a stovetop. For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients (except olive oil for browning sausage) in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Brown sausage and sauté vegetables separately before adding to slow cooker for best flavor.
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