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Sausage Lentil Soup Recipe

Sausage Lentil Soup Recipe
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4.6 from 22 reviews

Warm up with a hearty and flavorful bowl of Sausage Lentil Soup. This Italian-American inspired dish is packed with protein and wholesome ingredients like lentils, sausage, vegetables, and savory herbs.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 1/2 cups dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, thyme, oregano, paprika, and bay leaf, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the lentils, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender.
  4. Stir in the kale or spinach and cook for 3–4 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
  5. Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, use hot Italian sausage.
  • This soup reheats well and tastes even better the next day.
  • It can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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