Harvest Soup Recipe

Warm up with this hearty Harvest Soup! A comforting blend of split peas, lentils, and rice, this recipe is inspired by the Amish and Mennonite community of Kalona, Iowa. This flavorful soup is easily customizable – add smoked sausage, sweet potatoes, and apples for a delicious twist, or keep it simple and savor the classic combination of grains and legumes. Perfect for a chilly evening!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 83.2 kcal
Protein 20g
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Ingredients for Harvest Soup

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How to Make Harvest Soup

  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine 8 cups of water and 1 cup of Harvest Soup Mix (split peas, lentils, rice, and other grains). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  2. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well. Continue to simmer, covered, for another hour.
  3. **Optional:** For a heartier soup, add 1 cup diced smoked sausage, 1 cup diced sweet potatoes, and 1 cup diced apples during the second hour of simmering.
  4. **Optional Spices:** Enhance the flavor with additional seasonings such as 1/2 teaspoon savory, 1 clove minced garlic, or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Harvest Soup?

Harvest Soup takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 135 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Harvest Soup?

Harvest Soup has approximately 83.2 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Harvest Soup?

The key ingredients for Harvest Soup are Water, Soup Mix, Carrots, Celery, Cabbage, Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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