Lentil and Ham Soup Recipe

Name: Lentil and Ham Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: almon6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 red onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 boneless ham steak (about 3/4 pound), cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 2 15 .5-ounce cans lentils (do not drain); 1/2 baguette, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

almon6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 boneless ham steak (about 3/4 pound), cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 15 .5-ounce cans lentils (do not drain)
1/2 baguette, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the celery, carrots, turnips and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start browning, about 8 minutes.
3
Add the flour and thyme; cook, stirring, until the flour is incorporated, about 2 minutes.
4
Stir in 4 cups hot water until smooth.
5
Add the ham and the lentils with their liquid.
6
Increase the heat to medium high and bring just to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low so the soup is gently simmering.
7
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the soup thickens slightly and the lentils are creamy, about 7 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
9
Add the baguette cubes; sprinkle with the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
10
Cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, about 7 minutes.
11
Serve the soup topped with the croutons.
12
Photograph by Christopher Testani

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: almon6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 2 carrots, chopped, 2 turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Lentil and Ham 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.

Lentil and Ham Soup

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