WARM LENTIL SOUP WITH PANCETTA
Steps:
- Sauté pancetta in heavy large pot over medium-high heat until crisp and brown. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain (do not clean pot). Spoon 1 tablespoon drippings into medium skillet and reserve.
- Add celery, onion, carrot, bacon, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme to remaining drippings in pot and sauté until vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Add lentils and stir 1 minute. Add 10 cups broth; bring to simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until lentils are soft, about 1 hour. Discard bay leaves and garlic. Using slotted spoon, transfer 2 cups lentils to small bowl; cover and reserve. Working in batches, puree remaining soup until almost smooth. Return to pot. Add cream and vinegar. Thin with more broth to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reheat pancetta drippings in reserved skillet over medium-high heat. Add green onions; sauté until wilted, about 1 minute.
- Divide soup among bowls. Spoon lentils in center of each bowl, dividing equally. Garnish with pancetta and green onions and serve.
- *Pancetta, Italian bacon cured in salt, is available at Italian markets, some specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.
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Rameez Gujjar
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. It's also very versatile, so you can add or omit ingredients to suit your taste.
Hibaa Saeed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this soup. It's very flavorful and satisfying.
Raymundo Ramos
[email protected]This soup is a great make-ahead meal. It's also freezer-friendly, so you can always have some on hand for a quick and easy meal.
Nkwegu Ifeanyi
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very affordable to make.
Dewayne Clark
[email protected]I love the addition of the pancetta in this soup. It really adds a lot of flavor.
Consumed Beans
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying.
Izzy O
[email protected]I'm a big fan of lentil soup and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Irfan Muaz
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's a healthy and hearty meal.
Ray Zeno
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover lentils.
Joan Villegas
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Ronaldo Che botzoc
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so flavorful and filling. I always feel good after eating it.
Tahir Rashid
[email protected]This is the best lentil soup I've ever had! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the soup is so hearty and satisfying.
masuk miah
[email protected]This soup is delicious and so easy to make! I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and have a delicious meal ready when I get home from work.
Avela Mlondleni
[email protected]I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the hearty flavor and the fact that it was so easy to make.
Paglir Pagol
[email protected]This soup is a true delight! The lentils are cooked to perfection, and the pancetta adds a wonderful smoky flavor. I also love the addition of the kale, which gives the soup a nice pop of color and nutrients.