Smoked Sausage And Lentil Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Smoked Sausage And Lentil Soup

• 1 lb Smoked Sausage, sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 1 cup Brown or Green Lentils, rinsed
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• Onions
• 2 Celery stalks, chopped
• Carrot
• Potatoes
• Garlic Cloves
• Salt
• Pepper
• Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• Bay Leaves
• Diced Tomatoes In Tomato Puree
• Tomato Paste
• Canned Beef Broth

How to Make Smoked Sausage And Lentil Soup

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
2. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Stir in lentils, diced tomatoes (undrained), vegetable broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
4. Return sausage to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Remove bay leaves before serving. Enjoy your delicious and hearty Smoked Sausage and Lentil Soup!