Aunt Bee S Lentil Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Aunt Bee S Lentil Soup

• Smoked Sausage
• 1 cup brown or green lentils, rinsed
• Onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• Carrot
• Garlic Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Tomato Paste
• Water
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)

How to Make Aunt Bee S Lentil Soup

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced carrots; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in 1 cup brown or green lentils, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
4. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 cup chopped celery, and 1 bay leaf.
5. Continue to simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.