French Lentil Soup Recipe

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This French Lentil Soup recipe is surprisingly easy & quick to make. 10 minutes of prep time, 45 minutes of simmering time & you have a delicious, hearty meal in a bowl to enjoy throughout the week.

 Ideal for meal prep, this soup freezes very well and can be repurposed into a variety of dishes.

Prep Time: 10 Mins

Garlic Yellow onion Pancetta or lardons French green lentils Carrots Bouillon cube Garni Water

Cook Time: 45 hrs

Ingredients

STEP 1

Place a stock pot on medium high heat - no need to add olive oil. Add the pancetta and sear until the meat begins to lightly brown. Add the chopped garlic and yellow onion while stirring.

STEP 2

Throw in the bouquet garni (by now your kitchen should smell amazing!!) Rinse the lentils using a fine strainer.

STEP 3

When the onions become translucent, add in the carrots, the lentils and 8 cups of water. Once soup has heated to a soft boil, add in the bouillon cube. Give a good stir.

STEP 4

Bring the heat down to a gentle simmer. Cover partially and let the soup simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add more water, 1 cup at a time, if you need to.

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