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French Lentil Soup

Kimberly Killebrew
Travel the French countryside through this traditional lentil soup!  Rich in flavor and satisfying to the soul, it's pure comfort in a bowl.
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4.97 from 89 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine French
Servings 6 servings
Calories 254 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 ounces bacon , diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion , chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 medium carrots , diced
  • 1/2 medium celeriac , aka celery root, diced
  • 1 large leek , chopped, thoroughly rinsed and drained
  • 6 cups quality chicken broth
  • 1 cup French Le Puy lentils , aka French lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme , or 3/4 teaspoon dried
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • In a stock pot cook the bacon over medium-high heat until done. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent and golden, 7-10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the celeriac, leek and carrots and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until beginning to soften. Add the lentils and cook for another minute or two. Add all remaining ingredients except for the parsley and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in the parsley and add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 1032mg | Potassium: 825mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3900IU | Vitamin C: 31.3mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 4mg
Keyword French Lentil Soup
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