Hearty Lentil Soup
1 hr(s) 5 mins
Total time10
Serving19
IngredientsEnable cook mode
Ingredients
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tbsp extra virgin olive oil (1 tbsp for browning ham and 1 tbsp for sautéing veggies)3
cups chopped ham (or whatever protein you have on hand)1
cup yellow onion, diced4
large garlic cloves, diced1
tbsp tomato paste2
large carrots, diced2
large celery stalks, diced1
lb baby bella or crimini mushrooms, sliced2⁄3
2/3 cup dry white wine8
cups chicken or vegetable stock1
(14.5-oz.) can diced fire-roasted tomato2
tsp italian dried herb blend2
bay leaves (remove after soup is done)1⁄2
tbls kosher salt, season to taste2
tsp freshly ground pepper2
cups french lentils, rinsed and drained1
large russett potato, diced into cubes3
large handful of baby spinach (or chopped kale)1
tbsp high quality balsamic vinegarDirections
Step 1
Using a large pot or Dutch oven, turn heat to medium. When pot is hot, add the olive oil and chopped ham. Cook until you see some browning and color. Take out of the pot and set aside in a bowl.
Step 2
Add the remaining olive oil and saute the onion on medium until it becomes translucent in color. Then, add the minced garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Next, add the carrots, celery, and mushrooms to the pot. Saute for several minutes on medium-high heat.
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