Lentil Soup
Ingredients:
• 1 lb ground pork or sausage (Blackwater fresh ground recommended), browned
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 small green pepper, chopped
• Fresh carrots, chopped (use as many as you like)
• 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cans chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5–16 oz) chopped or stewed tomatoes, with liquid
• 1 cup water
• ¾ cup lentils
• ¼ cup Blackwater Hot + Sweet Mustard
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Instructions:
Stovetop Method:
1. Add all ingredients to a large pot.
2. Bring to a simmer and cook until carrots are tender and lentils are fully cooked.
Crock Pot Method:
1. Add all ingredients **except lentils** to slow cooker.
2. Cook on **LOW for 6–8 hours**.
3. Add lentils **2 hours before serving** and continue to cook until tender.
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Serving Notes:
• Cooked elbow noodles (place in bowls before adding soup)
• Parmesan cheese on top
• Crusty bread for dipping