Spiced Lentil and Sausage Soup
60% authentic · Italian-American
A robust and flavorful soup combining tender lentils with savory Italian sausage and a hint of spice. This is a more substantial and complex take on lentil soup.
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Ingredients
- Brown Lentils1 cup
- Italian Sausage1/2 lb
- Carrots2 medium
- Celery Stalks2
- Yellow Onion1 medium
- Garlic Cloves3
- Chicken Broth6 cups
- Kale2 cups, chopped
- Olive Oil1 tablespoon
- Red Pepper Flakes1/4 teaspoon
- Saltto taste
- Black Pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Rinse the brown lentils.
- 2
Dice carrots, celery, and onion. Mince garlic.
- 3
In a large pot, brown the Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving drippings in the pot.
- 4
Add olive oil to the pot if needed. Add diced carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté until softened, about 8 minutes.
- 5
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Stir in the rinsed lentils, chicken broth, and the cooked sausage.
- 7
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45-55 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- 8
Stir in the chopped kale and cook for another 5-7 minutes until wilted.
- 9
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of chili oil if desired.
