Description
A hearty and comforting Italian Sausage Lentil Soup that warms the body and soul, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Italian sausage over medium heat until golden, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the rinsed lentils, broth, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 30-40 minutes until the lentils are tender.
- If using spinach, stir it in just before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy each savory bite.
Notes
Taste during cooking and adjust spices as needed. Soup stores well and can be made ahead for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg