Classic French Lentil Soup
Traditional dish · French
A hearty and comforting French lentil soup, featuring tender lentils simmered with aromatic vegetables and herbs. This classic version is deeply flavorful and satisfying.
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Ingredients
- Green Lentils1 cup
- Carrots2 medium
- Celery Stalks2
- Yellow Onion1 large
- Garlic Cloves3
- Vegetable Broth6 cups
- Olive Oil2 tablespoons
- Thyme Sprigs3
- Bay Leaf1
- Saltto taste
- Black Pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Rinse the green lentils thoroughly under cold water.
- 2
Dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small, uniform pieces (mirepoix). Mince the garlic.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf.
- 6
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- 7
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve hot, optionally garnished with a drizzle of olive oil or fresh parsley.
