Spicy Lentil Soup

Name: Spicy Lentil Soup
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb Polish sausage, cut into 1 inch thich slices; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chopped carrot; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste; 1 bay leaf; 2 envelopes lipton golden onion soup mix; 6 cups water; 2 cups dried lentils, rinsed and picked over for stones; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"I love how easy this one is to make and lentils are a favorite. Good OAMC."

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Ready In:: 2hrs 40mins
Ingredients:: 13
Serves:: 8

ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb Polish sausage, cut into 1 inch thich slices
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon cumin seed
¹⁄₄ teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
1 bay leaf
2 envelopes lipton golden onion soup mix
6 cups water
2 cups dried lentils, rinsed and picked over for stones
¹⁄₂ teaspoon black pepper

directions

In a large souppot, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
Add in sausage slices; stir/saute until evenly browned.
Add in the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; stir/saute for 3-4 minutes or until softened.
Add in the cumin seeds, cayenne, bay leaf, and soup mix; cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly so spices don't burn.
Add in the water, lentils, and pepper; bring mixture to a boil.
Lower the heat to med-low; cover and simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until lentils are soft and creamy.
Take out bay leaf just before ready to serve.

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Reviews

This is the one lentil soup recipe that I make for friends who claim they dislike lentils. I use chourico instead of kielbasa & chicken broth in lieu of water. Truly an outstanding recipe that I have used time & time again. Perfect for the colder months!

HesterX