Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dry lentils; 3 qt. cold water; 1 lb. smoked sausage; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 Tbsp. shortening (not oleo or butter); 1/2 c. flour; 1 large onion; 2 c. water; 1 c. milk

Servings: persons

1
Clean lentils and remove small stones or other small objects. Place in a large 4 to 6-quart cooking pot.
2
Add water and sausage and bring to a boil.
3
Turn down burner and simmer 1 hour.
4
Add salt and pepper.
5
Just before the hour is up, start making the thickening.
6
Add shortening and diced onion into a large frying pan and slowly brown the onion.
7
After onion is brown, add flour and make a heavy paste.
8
Add 2 cups of cold water and continue to cook until you have a smooth gravy.
9
Take a large strainer and strain the thickening into the soup.
10
You will have the flavor of the onion, but there will not be any pieces in the soup.
11
Add cold milk and bring to a boil.
12
Boil approximately 2 minutes and it is ready to serve.

288

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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: 1 lb. dry lentils, 3 qt. cold water, 1 lb. smoked sausage, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, 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.

Lentil Soup

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