Braised Lentils with Italian Sausage Recipe

Name: Braised Lentils with Italian Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 sweet Italian sausages, casings removed; 2 ounces bacon, finely diced; 1 small onion, minced; 1 carrot, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 pound brown lentils; 3 cups water; 1 bay leaf; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
2
Add the sausage and cook over moderately high heat, breaking up the meat, until browned and no trace of pink remains, about 5 minutes.
3
Transfer the sausage to a bowl and wipe out the saucepan.
4
Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the saucepan.
5
Add the bacon, onion, carrot and garlic and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the lentils, water and bay leaf, season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
7
Cover partially and simmer over very low heat until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
8
Discard the bay leaf and stir in the sausage.
9
Season the lentils with salt and pepper and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 sweet Italian sausages, casings removed, 2 ounces bacon, finely diced, 1 small onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Braised Lentils with Italian Sausage falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Lentils with Italian Sausage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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