Best 7 Split Pea And Lentil Soup With Homemade Sausage Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to crafting a hearty and flavorful split pea and lentil soup with the addition of homemade sausage. This wholesome dish combines the goodness of protein-rich split peas, earthy lentils, aromatic vegetables, and succulent homemade sausage, making it a perfect meal for a chilly day or a comforting dinner with loved ones. As you embark on this culinary journey, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions, tips for selecting the best ingredients, and variations to suit your dietary preferences. Get ready to savor the deliciousness of this classic soup, infused with the smoky and savory flavors of homemade sausage.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPLIT PEA SAUSAGE SOUP



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Meet the Cook: When my husband and I eat out and enjoy a dish, I go home and try to duplicate it. That's how I came up with this recipe. While it's good at any time, we like it full and hearty over the winter. Our three children are grown. Now, we keep busy watching their children - our six grandchildren - grow. -Donna Mae Young, Menomonie, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound smoked kielbasa
1 pound dried split peas
6 cups water
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Cut sausage in half lengthwise; cut into 1/4-in. pieces. Place in a Dutch oven or stockpot; add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until peas are tender. Remove bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 933mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 16g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SPLIT PEA AND LENTIL SOUP WITH HOMEMADE SAUSAGE



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Bake     Sauté     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Sausage     Winter     Healthy

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups chopped carrot
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 cups chicken broth
1 small ham hock (about 3/4 pound)
1/2 cup green lentils
1/2 cup green split peas, picked over
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
For the sausage mixture:
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
3/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons Marsala or Secial Madeira
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 pound boneless pork shoulder or pork butt, cut into 1/2 inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a pot sweat the onion, celery, carrot and garlic in the butter and oil with the lid until the vegetables are softened. Add the broth and ham hock and bring mixture to simmer. Add the lentils, split peas, thyme and rosemary and simmer uncovered for 1 hour or until lentils and peas are tender. Make the sausage mixture: While the soup is simmering, combine in a bowl the salt, red pepper flakes, garlic, fennel seeds, Marsala, paprika and add the pork. Mix well, then grind once in a meat grinder on the coarse setting. (May be ground in a food processor, pulsing until ground coarse and well combined.) Transfer mixture to jelly roll pan, spreading evenly. Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven until cooked through. Transfer to a bowl with slotted spoon. Spoon the soup into bowls, top with some of the sausage mixture and serve.

OVEN BAKED SPLIT PEA AND LENTIL SOUP



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This is an adopted recipe. When it gets colder I look forward to trying it and adding any thoughts. Looks healthy and good, though.

Provided by ladypit

Categories     Lentil

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup split peas
1/2 cup lentils
5 cups chicken broth or 5 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup sliced carrot
1/4 cup sliced celery
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup chopped unpeeled cucumber

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain split peas and lentils.
  • In a Dutch oven, combine peas, lentils, broth, carrot, celery, red pepper, onion, bay leaf, cumin, and pepper.
  • Bake uncovered, in a 350 degree oven, about 2 hours or until lentils and split peas are tender.
  • Check seasoning and add salt& pepper if necessary Remove bay leaf.
  • Place in soup bowls and top each serving with yogurt and cucumber.
  • Serves four.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.3, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 2, Sodium 958.4, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 7, Protein 15.8

LENTIL AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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Lentil soup flavored with sausage. Serve with Romano cheese sprinkled on top of each serving bowl.

Provided by ANGCHICK

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ pound sweet Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 (16 ounce) package dry lentils, rinsed
1 cup shredded carrot
8 cups water
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 bay leaves
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ pound ditalini pasta

Steps:

  • Place sausage in a large pot. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Add onion, celery and chopped garlic, and saute until tender and translucent. Stir in lentils, carrot, water, chicken broth and tomatoes. Season with garlic powder, parsley, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover, and simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until lentils are tender.
  • Stir in pasta, and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 16 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1008.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

SPLIT PEA AND SAUSAGE SOUP



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A big bowl of satisfying soup is the perfect antidote to cold weather. Whether for a family meal or an informal get-together, I pull out my tried-and-true soup recipe and simply relax. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h25m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup dried green split peas
2-1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 bay leaf
5 cups water

Steps:

  • Saute the sausage, potato, carrots, celery and onion in butter in a large skillet until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic and oregano; cook 2 minutes longer., Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the peas, bouillon, bay leaf and water. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until peas are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 1267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

LENTIL AND SPLIT PEA SOUP



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A hearty, satisfying soup. Make up a double batch and freeze half when you want a quick meal on the table in minutes.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Ham

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 slices bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1/2 cup chopped leek (white and pale green parts only)
1 clove garlic, minced
6 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup lentils
1/2 cup split peas
1 medium potato, peeled,grated
1 smoked ham hock
1/3 cup chopped celery & leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons dry red wine

Steps:

  • Saute bacon in large saucepan over medium-high heat until fat is rendered, about 4 minutes; remove bacon; drain off all but 1 ½ tblsps of fat; add onion, carrot, leek and garlic and saute until light brown, about 10 minutes; add broth, lentils, split peas, potato, ham hock, celery, thyme and bay leaf; bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until lentils and split peas are tender, about 45 minutes; stir in red wine and simmer 5 minutes longer; discard bay leaf; remove ham hock from soup and remove any meat attached to bone; cube meat and return to soup along with chopped up bacon; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Freezer Note: Making up a double batch of soup is economical of energy and time - you'll do slightly more work now, use the same amount of energy to cook, and save yourself time and energy later on, when you want a quick, nutritious dinner. Just defrost in microwave, reheat well and serve

SLOW COOKER SPLIT PEA SAUSAGE SOUP



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This is a soup I have come up with myself that everyone in my house will eat.

Provided by Dorothy Ingersoll

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 5h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried split peas
10 cups water
1 pound smoked sausage of your choice, sliced
5 cubes chicken bouillon
1 ½ cups chopped carrot
1 cup chopped celery
2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 bay leaves
1 onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a 5 quart slow cooker, combine the peas, water, sausage, bouillon, carrot, celery, potatoes, garlic powder, oregano, bay leaves, and onion.
  • Cover, and cook on High for 4 to 5 hours. Remove bay leaves before ladling into bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 37.3 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 16.8 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1492.4 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

Tips:

  • Soak the lentils and split peas: Soaking the lentils and split peas overnight or for at least 4 hours will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onions, but you can also add other vegetables such as potatoes, turnips, or parsnips. Adding different colored veggies will also make the soup more visually appealing.
  • Use homemade sausage: The homemade sausage in this recipe is easy to make and adds a delicious flavor to the soup. If you don't have time to make your own sausage, you can use store-bought sausage or even ground beef.
  • Season the soup to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and other seasonings you add to the soup will depend on your personal preference. Taste the soup as it cooks and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve the soup with a variety of toppings: This soup can be served with a variety of toppings, such as croutons, chopped parsley, or grated Parmesan cheese. You can also serve it with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Split pea and lentil soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be made with a variety of different ingredients. So next time you are looking for a comforting and nutritious soup, give this split pea and lentil soup a try.

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