BACON LENTIL SOUP

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I don't remember exactly where I got this recipe, but I found it when I was looking for a way to use up leftover bacon. This is a great fall or winter dish. Serve with some Parmesan cheese toasts. It is even better the 2nd day!

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Lentil

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 slice bacon, chopped
2 minced garlic cloves
7 cups chicken stock
2 cups dried brown lentils
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Combine onion, celery carrot, bacon and garlic in a large pan. Stir over medium heat on med-high for two minutes.
  • Reduce heat to med-low and cover. Continue to cook until the veggies are tender; about 7 minutes.
  • Uncover and add broth, lentils, thyme and bay leaf and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until the lentils are tender, stirring occasionally; about 30-45 minutes.
  • Discard bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.6, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 16.4, Sodium 674.1, Carbohydrate 76.9, Fiber 30.2, Sugar 10.3, Protein 36.5

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