How to Make Italian Lentil Soup | New Years Tradition

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often less expensive and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically more budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.

Add pork sausage and crumble it while cooking until browned.

Add chopped carrots, onion, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add minced garlic, diced tomatoes with juice, and mushrooms; stir to combine.

Rinse lentils and add to the pot, stirring for a minute or two.

Pour in beef broth and add bullion for flavor.

Add crushed red pepper, dried oregano, and bay leaves; bring to a boil.

Cover partially and let simmer for about 35 minutes until lentils are tender.

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