Hearty Lentil Soup with Ham and Potatoes Recipe

Name: Hearty Lentil Soup with Ham and Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 shallots, minced; 1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped; 1 medium celery rib, finely chopped; 1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over; 6 cups chicken stock, homemade, or store-bought reduced-sodium; 1/2 pound red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 1/2 cups cubed ham; Parsley puree, recipe follows; 3 garlic cloves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 shallots, minced
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium celery rib, finely chopped
1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over
6 cups chicken stock, homemade, or store-bought reduced-sodium
1/2 pound red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 1/2 cups cubed ham
Parsley puree, recipe follows
3 garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

1
In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add shallots, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in lentils and chicken stock and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Puree with immersion blender to thicken.
6
Stir in potatoes and ham, cover, and simmer until potatoes are softened, 10 minutes longer.
7
To serve, ladle soup into bowls and swirl in parsley puree.
8
Combine garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley in a blender or food processor (preferably small model) and process until pureed.

1037

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 shallots, minced, 1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped, 1 medium celery rib, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Hearty Lentil Soup with Ham and Potatoes 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.

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Hearty Lentil Soup with Ham and Potatoes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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