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Leek and Lentil Soup

A simple, creamy blended soup of orange lentils, leek, carrot, and bacon, silky smooth after pureeing.

OtherPorkIntermediate45 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 oz orange split lentils
  • 1 medium leek, washed and chopped
  • 1 rasher bacon, chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 0.5 oz butter
  • 7 fl oz water or ham stock
  • 2 fl oz milk
  • 1 tsp salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash and drain the lentils in a small sieve.

  2. 2

    Heat the butter in a medium saucepan and fry the chopped bacon briefly.

  3. 3

    Add the leeks, carrot, and lentils; sauté together for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

  4. 4

    Pour in the water or stock and milk, stir, bring to a boil, and simmer for about 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Blend the soup in a blender or food processor until smooth. Season well with salt and pepper to taste. Reheat and thin with more milk if needed.

Tags

soupleekamericanlentilblendedother