Best 5 Hearty Crock Pot Lentil Ham Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful journey with our collection of crock-pot lentil and ham soup recipes. These culinary creations combine the goodness of lentils and ham, simmered to perfection in a slow cooker, resulting in a comforting and delicious meal. Discover a variety of recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including a classic lentil and ham soup, a vegetarian lentil soup with ham broth, and a smoky lentil and ham soup with a touch of chipotle peppers. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and serving suggestions to ensure a delightful and hassle-free cooking experience. Whether you're looking for a cozy dinner option on a chilly evening or a nourishing meal to warm your soul, our crock-pot lentil and ham soup recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings.

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SLOW COOKER LENTIL AND HAM SOUP



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Come home at the end of the day to a richly spiced broth filled with lentils, ham and veggies. Pair it up with cornmeal muffins and you have a great meal!

Provided by queendiva1

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

Time 11h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup dried lentils
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups diced cooked ham
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon black pepper
32 ounces chicken broth
1 cup water
8 teaspoons tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In a 3 1/2 quart or larger slow cooker combine the lentils, celery, carrots, onion, garlic and ham. Season with basil, thyme, oregano, the bay leaf and pepper. Stir in the chicken broth, water and tomato sauce. Cover and cook on Low for 11 hours. Discard the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 11.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1169.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CROCK POT LENTIL AND HAM SOUP



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Make and share this Crock Pot Lentil and Ham Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Ham

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups lentils, uncooked
1 onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
1 bay leaf
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 sprig fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 lb smoked ham, cut into chunks
2 quarts water

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients into crock pot.(6 qt or larger).
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are cooked to your liking.
  • Remove bay leaf and thyme sprig before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 52.1, Sodium 1541.3, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 5, Protein 24.7

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

HEARTY CROCK POT LENTIL & HAM SOUP



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Frank Saulle's "Crock Pot Lentil & Ham Soup" is slow cooked to perfection. This is the perfect recipe for a cold lazy night!

Provided by A Taste of Brooklyn

Categories     Grains

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups brown lentils, rinsed
2 cups cooked ham, - 1/2 inch dice
3 medium carrots, - 1/2 inch dice
2 stalks celery, - 1/2 inch dice
1 small onion, - 1/2 inch dice
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 green bell pepper, - 1/2 inch dice
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 bay leaf
4 large knorr chicken bouillon cubes
8 cups water
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a crock pot, combine the lentils, ham, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bell pepper, Italian seasoning and bay leaf. Add in the bouillon cubes and water, cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  • Season with salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaf; ladle the soup into bowls and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.9, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 24.6, Sodium 1390.3, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 21, Sugar 4.2, Protein 28.1

HEARTY LENTIL AND HAM SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Mushroom     Onion     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Ham     Lentil     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 leftover smoked ham bone or 2 smoked ham hocks
1 pound lentils (about 2 1/2 cups), picked over and rinsed
1/2 pound mushrooms, chopped (about 3 1/2 cups)
3 onions, chopped coarse
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped celery
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
3 1/2 cups beef broth
8 cups water

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart kettle combine all ingredients and simmer soup, covered partially, stirring occasionally, 1 1/2 hours. Discard bay leaf and cinnamon stick and remove meat from bone or hocks. Chop meat and stir into soup.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lentils. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Lentils that work well in this soup include brown lentils, green lentils, and red lentils.
  • Rinse the lentils before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Soak the lentils for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help them to cook more evenly.
  • Use a slow cooker with a removable insert. This will make it easier to clean the slow cooker after use.
  • Add the ham bone to the slow cooker along with the lentils. This will help to flavor the soup.
  • Add vegetables to the slow cooker along with the lentils and ham bone. Good choices include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
  • Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Cook the soup on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours.
  • Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This hearty lentil and ham soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a cold winter day. The lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and the ham bone adds a rich flavor to the soup. The vegetables add a variety of nutrients and flavors. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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