BEEF, BACON AND LENTIL SOUP

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This is from a free Penzey's recipe card. I haven't tried it yet, but am typing it here for safekeeping.

Provided by Michelle Berteig

Categories     Pork

Time 2h40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups dried lentils
5 cups cold water
8 ounces bacon, diced
1 lb ground chuck
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1 large carrot, chopped
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 cups warm water
1 teaspoon beef base or 1 beef bouillon cube
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vinegar

Steps:

  • Dissolve the beef soup base or the beef bouillon cube in the warm water.
  • Combine the lentils and the cold water in a soup pot and bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • While the lentils are cooking, cook the bacon in a skillet and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Discard the bacon drippings.
  • Add the ground chuck to the skillet and brown. Drain well.
  • Add the beef, bacon and vegetables to the lentils.
  • Melt the butter in the skillet, add the flour, salt, pepper, and vinegar. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the water/soup base mixture, stir well to blend, then add to the soup pot and bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until the flavors are well-blended.

Kazi Sujan
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I can't wait to try this soup! It looks so delicious.


Faiz Love
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This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's so comforting and always makes me feel better.


MT Technical
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup was really good. The beef and bacon flavor really came through.


Syndi Cet
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This soup was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. My family loved it.


Zian Vaz
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This soup was a little too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less bacon next time.


Booyah Gaming
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Rolle tanelus Stavela
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beef and bacon. It's also a great meal for a cold winter day.


Zeeshan Awan
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always add a little extra garlic and paprika.


Greg Malenda
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The soup was delicious and easy to make. I used ground turkey instead of beef, and it turned out great.


DeVante Williams
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This soup was a hit with my family! The beef, bacon, and lentils were all cooked perfectly, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.