Lentil Soup with Tubetti and Bacon Recipe

Name: Lentil Soup with Tubetti and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound bacon, slices cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips; 2 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 onions, cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced; 6 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 pound lentils (about 2 1/3 cups); 1 1/2 quarts canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock; 3 cups water; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 cup canned tomatoes in thick puree, chopped; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried red-pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper; 1/2 cup tubetti or other small macaroni

Servings: persons

1/4 pound bacon, slices cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
2 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 onions, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
6 cloves garlic, peeled
1 pound lentils (about 2 1/3 cups)
1 1/2 quarts canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock
3 cups water
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup canned tomatoes in thick puree, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon dried red-pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 cup tubetti or other small macaroni

1
In a large pot, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp.
2
Remove.
3
Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat.
4
Add the carrots, onions, celery, mushrooms, and garlic.
5
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the lentils, broth, water, rosemary, tomatoes, salt, red-pepper flakes, black pepper, and bacon.
7
Bring to a boil.
8
Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
9
Add the pasta and simmer until the lentils are tender and the pasta is done, 10 to 15 minutes longer.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound bacon, slices cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips, 2 carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 onions, cut into 1-inch chunks, 2 ribs celery, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Lentil Soup with Tubetti and Bacon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lentil Soup with Tubetti and Bacon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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