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Lentil Soup with Smoked Sausage

A hearty lentil soup with smoked sausage, carrots, and celery in a rich broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried green or brown lentils rinsed
  • 12 oz smoked sausage kielbasa or andouille work great, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave the flavorful oil in the pot.
  • Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and thyme, cooking for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in broth, then add rinsed lentils and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until lentils are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Return the sausage to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to meld flavors. Remove bay leaf. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.