German Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: German Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup green lentil (aka German lentils); 6 cups cold water; 3 bouillon cubes (beef, chicken or vegetable); 1 small onion, diced; 2 -3 large potatoes, diced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; cooked smoked link sausage, sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup green lentil (aka German lentils)
6 cups cold water
3 bouillon cubes (beef, chicken or vegetable)
1 small onion, diced
2 -3 large potatoes, diced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
cooked smoked link sausage, sliced (optional)

1
Rinse lentils very well with cold water- pick them over and remove any nasty bits or pieces of stone.
2
You can soak them overnight in cold water if you like, then drain before using.
3
In a large stockpot, place drained lentils, 6 cups fresh cold water, bouillon cubes, and just half of the diced onion.
4
Cook for 1 1/2 hours on medium-low heat, covered.
5
Add the potatoes and cook until they are tender- 30-40 minutes approximately.
6
In a small pan, melt the butter and saute the remaining onions until browned.
7
Add the flour to the onions and stir until combined.
8
Add to the soup, stirring constantly to combine.
9
Add the vinegar and season with salt& pepper to taste.
10
Optional:If you would like to add some meat to the soup, simply have pre-cooked sausages (you can even use German frankfurters if desired) sliced into small rounds and drop them into the pot during the last 15 minutes of cooking time.

109

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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 cup green lentil (aka German lentils), 6 cups cold water, 3 bouillon cubes (beef, chicken or vegetable), 1 small onion, diced, and more.

Yes, German Lentil Soup 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.

German Lentil Soup

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