Nona'S Umbrian Lentil Soup Recipe

Name: Nona'S Umbrian Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, coarsely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 medium carrots, coarsely chopped; 6 stalks celery, with leaves, coarsely chopped; 2 teaspoons dried sage (or 2 whole fresh sage leaves, finely chopped); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped plum tomatoes, drained; 2 cups brown lentils; 6 cups vegetable broth; salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
6 stalks celery, with leaves, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons dried sage (or 2 whole fresh sage leaves, finely chopped)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped plum tomatoes, drained
2 cups brown lentils
6 cups vegetable broth
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over med-high heat; add in onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and sage leaves; saute until the garlic and onion are fragrant, 3-4 minutes.
2
Add in tomatoes and cook 2-3 minutes to evaporate some of the juices.
3
Transfer the contents of the skillet to the insert of a 5- to 7-quart slow cooker.
4
Stir in the lentils and broth.
5
Cover the cooker and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or on LOW for 7-8 hours, until the lentils are tender.
6
Check the soup at around 3 or 6 hours to make sure there is enough broth and the soup isn't sticking to the pan; add more broth if it is sticking.
7
Season with salt and pepper before serving.

370

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, coarsely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 medium carrots, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Nona'S Umbrian 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.

Nona'S Umbrian Lentil Soup

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