Linsensuppe - Lentil Soup

1. 1

   Put lentils in a saucepan with the boiling water, bacon, diced vegetables and salt.

2. 2

   Bring back to boil, then simmer for 45 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, heat oil in frying pan.

4. 4

   Add onions and fry until softened.

5. 5

   Sprinkle in flour and stir well.

6. 6

   Cook until golden brown.

7. 7

   Remove frying pan from heat, stir in about 8 fluid ounces of soup until mixture is thick and creamy.

8. 8

   Stir in vinegar, add this mixture to remaining soup.

9. 9

   Cover and simmer for 1 hour or until lentils are tender.

10. 10

    Remove bacon and dice.

11. 11

    Return to soup with sausage, add salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Simmer 5 more minutes to heat sausage.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.