Hearty Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Hearty Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 -4 carrots, sliced; 3 stalks celery, sliced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 cup bacon (optional, I use imitation bacon) (optional) or 1 cup ham (optional, I use imitation bacon) (optional); 1 quart chicken broth; 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 4 -6 cups water; 1 ½ cups lentils; 12 lb farfalle pasta (bowtie pasta)

Servings: persons

3 -4 carrots, sliced
3 stalks celery, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup bacon (optional, I use imitation bacon) (optional) or 1 cup ham (optional, I use imitation bacon) (optional)
1 quart chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 -6 cups water
1 ½ cups lentils
12 lb farfalle pasta (bowtie pasta)

1
Heat large pan over med/low heat.
2
Pour in olive oil, garlic & bacon/ham.
3
Cook long enough to heat up garlic and bacon/ham.
4
Pour in chicken broth, tomato sauce, 3-4c of the water, lentils, carrots & celery.
5
Bring to a boil & simmer for about 30 minute Add farfalle and more water as needed.
6
Cook until farfalle is tender.
7
Ladle into bowls and serve.
8
Top with cheese if desired.

5623

kcal

Calories

Fat

1035

Carbs

216

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 -4 carrots, sliced, 3 stalks celery, sliced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Hearty 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.

Hearty Lentil Soup

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