HAM HOCK AND LENTIL SOUP

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I recently found this recipe on the Food TV website and have not tried it yet. It is one of Emeril's recipes.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Grains

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups onions, diced small
1 cup celery, diced small
1 cup carrot, diced small
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 quarts chicken stock
3 -4 ham hocks
1 lb orange lentils
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, over medium heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, celery and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 4 minutes. Add the garlic, bay leaves and thyme. Saute for 1 minute. Add the ham hocks and stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to medium low and cook, covered for about an hour, or until ham hocks are tender. Add the lentils and continue to cook 25 to 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley. Reseason with salt and pepper if needed. Remove ham hocks and remove the meat. Add the ham back into the soup. Serve with a hearty crusty bread.

Sabirah G
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This soup is delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Rhocy Bai
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


itz_kaido DZ
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Saddam Shah
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Natia Kibishauri
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, filling, and so delicious.


Fezeka Amanda
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I loved this soup. The flavors were amazing.


Bobby Shirley
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This soup is so good, I could eat it every day.


SABIQUE KALWAR
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


hajobe
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This soup is perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Roro Tayela
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I love the smoky flavor that the ham hock adds to this soup. It's so hearty and filling.


Zoe Laxten
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Matthew Boudro
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I used chicken broth instead of water and it added a lot of flavor to the soup.


titus vybes
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I added some extra vegetables to this soup, like carrots and celery, and it turned out great!


Zamira Naime
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling and it warms you up from the inside out.


kayden crabbe
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I'm not a big fan of ham hocks, but I loved this soup! The lentils and vegetables were so flavorful that I didn't even miss the meat.


Aftab Marth Technologies Learning Channel
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and have a delicious meal waiting for me when I get home from work.


Syed mushahid Ali
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Davina Simba
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This ham hock and lentil soup was a hit with my family! The ham hock added a delicious smoky flavor and the lentils were hearty and filling. I also loved the addition of the vegetables, which added a nice sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be ma


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