German Lentil Soup With Frankfurters
Description
This hearty German lentil soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. It combines earthy brown lentils with savory frankfurters, creating a rich and satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out. The base of sauted onions, carrots, and celery builds a deep flavor profile, enhanced by a touch of cider vinegar for brightness. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this soup holds up well in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen overnight. Its a simple, rustic dish that delivers big taste with minimal effort, making it a reliable staple for any home cooks repertoire.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat salad oil in a large kettle or pot over medium heat.
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Add chopped onions, crushed garlic, chopped carrots, and chopped celery to the pot.
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Saut the vegetables for 5 minutes until softened and aromatic.
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Pour in water and add washed lentils, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
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Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer slowly for about 30 minutes until lentils are just tender.
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Add sliced frankfurters to the soup.
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Cook uncovered for another 10 minutes to heat the frankfurters through.
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Remove the pot from heat.
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Stir in cider vinegar to brighten the flavor.
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Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 20.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.7g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 2.1g
- Protein 0.6g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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