Rich Lentil and Ham Soup Recipe

Name: Rich Lentil and Ham Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion; 2 medium carrots; 3 celery ribs; 4 garlic cloves; 1 lb lean ham; 5 cups chicken broth; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 2 cups water; 3 cups lentils; 1 tablespoon basil; 1 tablespoon parsley; 2 bay leaves; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 1 ham hock

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion
2 medium carrots
3 celery ribs
4 garlic cloves
1 lb lean ham
5 cups chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 cups water
3 cups lentils
1 tablespoon basil
1 tablespoon parsley
2 bay leaves
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 ham hock

1
Mince celery, carrot, onion and garlic.
2
Heat up olive oil to medium high heat in a large cooking pot or dutch oven.
3
Sautee vegetables for 5-7 minutes stirring constantly careful not to burn.
4
Add stock,water, ham hock, bay leaves and lentils bring to a boil and then simmer for at leat 1 hour.
5
Add can of tomatoes, diced ham, spices, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste and cook for another 20 minutes.
6
Remove ham hock and discard.
7
Serve soup and enjoy!

1151

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

137

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, 2 medium carrots, 3 celery ribs, and more.

Yes, Rich Lentil and Ham 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.

Rich Lentil and Ham Soup

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