Linsensuppe - Traditional LENTIL SOUP in 40 Minutes! German Lentil Soup. Recipe by Always Yummy!

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: cooked bacon

Turkey sausage reduces fat while adding flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth enhances flavor without additives.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

green lentils

🥗Healthier: brown lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Brown lentils are more common and affordable.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add green lentils, diced potatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, and thyme; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes.

Stir in diced smoked sausage and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and season with vinegar, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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