Best 2 Ham Hock And Lentil Soup Recipes
Ham hock and lentil soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. You can make it in one pot and it is relatively inexpensive to make. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. The lentils add a boost of protein and fiber, while the ham hock adds a smoky flavor. The soup is also very versatile and can be customized to your own taste.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
HAM HOCK AND LENTIL SOUP
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, over medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, celery, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, bay leaves and thyme. Saute for 1 minute. Add the ham hocks and stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook about 1 hour, or until the hocks are tender. Add the lentils and continue cook for 25 to 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley. Reseason with salt and pepper if needed. Remove the ham hocks and remove the meat. Add the ham back into the soup. Ladle the soup into individual serving bowls and serve with crusty bread.
HAM HOCK AND LENTIL SOUP
I recently found this recipe on the Food TV website and have not tried it yet. It is one of Emeril's recipes.
Provided by Normaone
Categories Grains
Time 1h45m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, over medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, celery and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, bay leaves and thyme. Saute for 1 minute. Add the ham hocks and stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to medium low and cook, covered for about an hour, or until ham hocks are tender. Add the lentils and continue to cook 25 to 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley. Reseason with salt and pepper if needed. Remove ham hocks and remove the meat. Add the ham back into the soup. Serve with a hearty crusty bread.
Tips:
- Use a good quality ham hock. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup. Look for a ham hock that is meaty and has a good amount of fat.
- Soak the ham hock before cooking. This will help to remove some of the saltiness and make the meat more tender. Soak the ham hock in cold water for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Add vegetables to the soup. This will make the soup more nutritious and flavorful. Good vegetables to add to ham hock and lentil soup include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and turnips.
- Use a variety of spices. This will give the soup a more complex flavor. Good spices to use in ham hock and lentil soup include bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
- Let the soup simmer for a long time. This will allow the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender. Simmer the soup for at least 1 hour, or longer if you have time.
Conclusion:
Ham hock and lentil soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively inexpensive soup to make, which is a bonus. If you are looking for a delicious and satisfying soup to try, I highly recommend ham hock and lentil soup.
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