SCOTTISH LENTIL SOUP

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Classic central Scotland recipe i learned from my mother in law and adapted it to my way of cooking.

Provided by ladyknightscot

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 bowls, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces ham
1 large leek
1 medium onion
10 large carrots
1 medium rutabaga
1 1/2 cups red lentils
1 1/4 quarts water
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chicken stock paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • cut up ham into bite size chunks
  • dice onion and leeks.
  • add oil to large soup pot and fry over medium heat until golden then add the diced ham and fry until it changes color.
  • grate rutabaga and carrots (i use my food processor) add to cooking mixture
  • add chicken stock paste (cubes or fresh stock can be used. if using fresh stock decrease water amount) salt, pepper and garlic powder.
  • cover mixture with half of the water, stir and let simmer for 30 minutes.
  • taste to see if you need to add more salt or pepper
  • add red lentils and rest of the water ( a bit more water if needed ) and simmer for another 30 mins until lentils are soft.
  • Can be made ahead and frozen
  • Serve with thick cut home made bread and you have a Scottish favorate.

Rakibul Rakibul
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This soup is a waste of time and ingredients. Don't bother making it.


Mvvgii Tugsuu
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I would not recommend this recipe. The soup was bland and the lentils were undercooked.


ideal Cargo
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This soup is not worth the effort. It's bland and boring.


Nikoli Wand
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The lentils were overcooked and the broth was too thin. I wouldn't make this soup again.


lazhan azad
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This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Aleem khan Mirani
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup was actually really good. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful.


Yeetboi2027 minecraft
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a very affordable meal.


roshni A
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This soup is hearty and filling, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I love the flavor of the lentils and the vegetables.


Afshan Azher
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make! I love that it's a healthy meal that's also affordable. I'll definitely be making this again.


selim arefin
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I'm not usually a fan of lentil soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jayda Hill
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so there's less cleanup. I'll definitely be making this again.


Legend Arslan
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and delicious. I added a bit of extra spice with some cayenne pepper, and it was perfect.


Shan Jaan
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This Scottish Lentil Soup is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils are cooked in a rich vegetable broth with carrots, celery, and onion, and then flavored with thyme, bay leaf, and salt and pepper. The result


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