Description
This hearty Lentil Sausage Soup is packed with Italian sausage, tender lentils, and vegetables simmered in a deeply savory broth. Cozy, filling, and perfect for both stovetop and slow cooker meals.
Ingredients
- Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Soup
- 1 lb Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 cup dry brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
Instructions
- Cook sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Set aside and reserve 1 tbsp drippings.
- Add reserved drippings and butter to the pot. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Stir in flour and tomato paste; cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken and beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lentils, bay leaf, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cover partially and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add sausage and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 10 more minutes.
- Adjust thickness with additional broth if needed and serve.
Notes
- Kale can be added during the last 5 minutes; spinach during the last 3 minutes.
- Green lentils may be used but require longer cooking time.
- Low-sodium broth is recommended due to sausage saltiness.
- Ground turkey may be substituted for a lighter option.
- Slow cooker method available using cooked sausage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American