LENTIL-SAUSAGE-VEGETABLE SOUP

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Surprisingly hearty for such a tiny legume, lentils are the perfect match for smoky sausage and winter vegetables in this thick soup.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup dried lentils, sorted, rinsed
1/2 lb. cooked smoked sausage, quartered lengthwise, sliced
1 (4.5-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup water
2 (14-oz.) cans chicken broth

Steps:

Heat oil in large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until hot. Add carrots, celery, onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
Add all remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 to 40 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 1310 mg, Sugar 4 g