Classic French Lentil Soup
Traditional dish · French
A hearty and comforting classic French lentil soup, simmered with aromatic vegetables and herbs for a deeply flavorful and nourishing meal.
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Ingredients
- Green lentils1 cup
- Carrots2 medium
- Celery stalks2
- Leek1 large
- Garlic3 cloves
- Vegetable broth6 cups
- Olive oil2 tablespoons
- Thyme sprigs3
- Bay leaf1
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Rinse the green lentils thoroughly.
- 2
Dice the carrots, celery, and leek. Mince the garlic.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced carrots, celery, and leek. Sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more 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, cover, and simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
- 7
Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve hot, optionally with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh parsley.
