Lentil Soup with Andouille Sausage Recipe

Name: Lentil Soup with Andouille Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth; 4 1/2 cups beef stock or canned broth; 1 1/2 cups dried lentils; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/3 cup chopped celery; 1/3 cup chopped carrot; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 6 ounces andouille sausage, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning

Servings: persons

4 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
4 1/2 cups beef stock or canned broth
1 1/2 cups dried lentils
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped carrot
1/3 cup chopped onion
6 ounces andouille sausage, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning

1
Combine both stocks and lentils in large pot over high heat.
2
Bring to boil.
3
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, heat medium skillet over medium heat.
5
Add fennel; saute until seeds are light golden brown, about 2 minutes.
6
Remove seeds from skillet.
7
Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat.
8
Add celery, carrot and onion; saute until onion is translucent and celery and carrot are tender, about 5 minutes.
9
Add toasted fennel seeds, sauteed vegetables, sausage, thyme and Creole seasoning to soup.
10
Cover and simmer until lentils are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes.
11
Season soup to taste with salt and pepper.
12
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
13
Cover and chill.
14
Rewarm over medium heat, stirring occasionally.)

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth, 4 1/2 cups beef stock or canned broth, 1 1/2 cups dried lentils, 2 teaspoons fennel seeds, and more.

Yes, Lentil Soup with Andouille Sausage 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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Lentil Soup with Andouille Sausage

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Variations & substitutions

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