Hearty Lamb and Lentil Soup

Name: Hearty Lamb and Lentil Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb shoulder, cut into chunks (halal); 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed; 1 large onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 stalks celery, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 bay leaves; 8 cups beef or vegetable broth; 2 tbsp olive oil

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This Hearty Lamb and Lentil Soup is the ultimate comfort food for cooler days, packed with protein, fiber, and deep, satisfying flavors. Tender pieces of lamb shoulder are simmered with earthy brown lentils, carrots, celery, and onions in a rich broth infused with cumin and bay leaves. The long, slow cooking process makes the lamb incredibly tender and allows the flavors to meld perfectly. This soup is not only delicious but also highly nutritious and filling, making it a complete meal in a bowl. It's perfect for making in large batches, as it freezes wonderfully and tastes even better the next day.

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A bowl of hearty lamb and lentil soup with chunks of meat and vegetables

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time90 min

Servings6 servings

Equipment

Large stockpot or Dutch ovenCutting boardLadle

Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season lamb with salt and pepper and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2
In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cumin, cook for 1 minute.
3
Return lamb to the pot. Add rinsed lentils, bay leaves, and broth. Bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, until lamb and lentils are very tender.
5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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