Hearty Bacon and Lentil Soup
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Hearty Bacon and Lentil Soup
Really tasty soup. Perfect for a cold winter evening. Enjoy. :chef
Cooking instructions
* Step 1
Put lentils in a large pan and cover with cold water. Make sure the water is at least an inch deeper than lentils. Leave pan uncovered.
* Step 2
Bring to boil for a couple of minutes then cover pan and simmer for 10 mins. Keep an eye on it as it can boil over. If you think it needs more water add 1/2 pint. It can be reduced if you add to much.
* Step 3
Slice carrots and celery into bite size pieces.
* Step 4
Cut bacon into inch sized pieces
* Step 5
Saute bacon, onion, celery, leek, carrots and garlic for 10 mins.
* Step 6
Add bacon mix to lentils and simmer for 10 mins.
* Step 8
Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with warm crusty bread.
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