Creamy Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham Recipe

Name: Creamy Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon melted butter; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 5 ounces Serrano ham or lean bacon, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 medium leek, white and tender green parts only, finely chopped; 1 large carrot, finely chopped; 2 quarts plus 1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 2 cups brown lentils (3/4 pound), rinsed and picked over; 2 cups firm-textured white bread, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
5 ounces Serrano ham or lean bacon, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 medium leek, white and tender green parts only, finely chopped
1 large carrot, finely chopped
2 quarts plus 1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
2 cups brown lentils (3/4 pound), rinsed and picked over
2 cups firm-textured white bread, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
In a large saucepan, melt the 1 tablespoon of butter in the olive oil.
3
Add the Serrano ham, onion, leek and carrot and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes.
4
Add the stock and lentils and bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
5
Simmer the soup over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, on a baking sheet, toss the diced bread with the melted butter and bake for 8 minutes, or until browned.
7
Puree the soup in a blender in batches; transfer the puree to a clean saucepan.
8
Add the cream, bring to a simmer and season with salt and pepper.
9
Serve the soup in bowls, garnished with the croutons.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon melted butter, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 5 ounces Serrano ham or lean bacon, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1 large onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Creamy Lentil Soup with Serrano Ham

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