Lentils with Kale and Bacon Recipe

Name: Lentils with Kale and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 whole Slices Bacon, Chopped; 1 whole Small Onion, Diced; 3 whole Carrots, Diced; 2 stalks Celery, Diced; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Diced Tomatoes; Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, To Taste; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper; 7 cups Chicken Broth; 3 cups Lentils; 3 cups Kale, Chopped

Servings: persons

5 whole Slices Bacon, Chopped
1 whole Small Onion, Diced
3 whole Carrots, Diced
2 stalks Celery, Diced
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 can (15 Oz. Can) Diced Tomatoes
Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, To Taste
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper
7 cups Chicken Broth
3 cups Lentils
3 cups Kale, Chopped

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Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Once the bacon is cooked, remove and place on a paper towel.
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Remove all but 1-2 teaspoons of bacon grease from the pan then add the onion, carrots, and celery and saute for 2-3 minutes.
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Add the garlic and cook stirring constantly for 1 minute.
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Add the tomatoes, salt, freshly cracked pepper, cumin, and crushed red pepper; stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Add the chicken broth and lentils; stir then cover and simmer for 1 hour.
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Add the fresh chopped kale as well as the cooked bacon and simmer for 5 minutes, then serve.
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Enjoy with crusty baguette or a country loaf, and a glass of red wine too, if you like.

1645

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

195

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 whole Slices Bacon, Chopped, 1 whole Small Onion, Diced, 3 whole Carrots, Diced, 2 stalks Celery, Diced, and more.

Yes, Lentils with Kale and Bacon falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Lentils with Kale and Bacon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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