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Scottish Ham & Lentil Soup

Scottish Ham & Lentil Soup: Hearty Comfort for Chilly Nights

Enjoy a rich and hearty Scottish Ham & Lentil Soup, perfect for chilly nights and a budget-friendly family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Scottish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can substitute with olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 4 cups chicken or ham stock
  • 2 cups cooked ham diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme can substitute with fresh thyme
  • 1 whole bay leaf remove before serving
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Combine lentils, stock, ham, thyme, and bay leaf; stir well.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40-45 minutes.
  6. Remove the bay leaf; season with salt and pepper.
  7. Mash some lentils for creaminess or blend part of the soup if desired.
  8. Stir in parsley and serve hot, garnished with more parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 130IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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