HEARTY LENTIL SOUP WITH HAM AND POTATOES

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 shallots, minced
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium celery rib, finely chopped
1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over
6 cups chicken stock, homemade, or store-bought reduced-sodium
1/2 pound red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 1/2 cups cubed ham
Parsley puree, recipe follows
3 garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shallots, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in lentils and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 10 minutes. Puree with immersion blender to thicken.
  • Stir in potatoes and ham, cover, and simmer until potatoes are softened, 10 minutes longer. To serve, ladle soup into bowls and swirl in parsley puree.
  • Combine garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley in a blender or food processor (preferably small model) and process until pureed.
  • Yield: about 1/3 cup

Theresia Chioma
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make.


Luxes EditZ
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and it's always delicious.


Alexandra Starlight
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover ham.


Busuulwa Edgar Peter
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. But overall, it was a good recipe.


Youbani Karki
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This soup is so good! It's hearty and flavorful, and the ham and potatoes make it really special. I will definitely be making this again.


Sanjay Mandal
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This was my first time making lentil soup and it turned out great! It was easy to follow and the soup was delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Eric Phillips
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the ham and the heartiness of the lentils. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Daveta Watson
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I've tried this recipe a few times now and I'm always happy with the results. It's a great way to use up leftover ham, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eunice Fianko
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This soup was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. I also think it would be good with some crusty bread or crackers to dip in it.


Wajid Islam
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover ham. I also added some chopped spinach and it was a great addition.


Aruzhan Mutigullina
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This soup is so good! The ham and potatoes make it really hearty and flavorful. I also love the addition of the carrots and celery. It's the perfect soup for a cold day.


Sahid Khan
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This was my first time making lentil soup and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


AM MASTI
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I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are just perfect. I love that it's a one-pot meal, too. So easy to clean up!


Amanda Yolanda
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This lentil soup was a hit! The ham and potatoes added a nice smoky and earthy flavor, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.