Ham & Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Ham & Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. bacon fat; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 carrot, peeled and chopped; 6 c. chicken broth; 1 lb. green lentils; 2 c. cubed smoked ham; 1 ham bone with some meat; 1/2 tsp. savory; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1/2 tsp. fresh ground pepper; Adjust quantities of the above ingredients to satisfy your personal tastes.

Servings: persons

2 tbsp. bacon fat
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
6 c. chicken broth
1 lb. green lentils
2 c. cubed smoked ham
1 ham bone with some meat
1/2 tsp. savory
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. fresh ground pepper
Adjust quantities of the above ingredients to satisfy your personal tastes.

1
Cover lentils with water and soak for 3-4 hours. Drain and set aside.
2
Heat bacon fat in 6 quart stock pot until it is hot.
3
Add vegetables, savory and oregano and saute for 8 minutes or until soft.
4
Add broth, lentils and ham bone.
5
Simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are cooked the way you like them.
6
Remove ham bone and cut off any meat in bite size pieces and return to pot.
7
Add 2 cups cubed ham.
8
Salt and pepper to taste.
9
Serve hot.

1031

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

150

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp. bacon fat, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 celery stalks, chopped, 1 carrot, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Ham & 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.

Ham & Lentil Soup

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