Lentil Sausage Soup Recipe

Method

1. 1

   Pick through the lentils to remove any that look brown or any small pebbles. Rinse and set aside.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a dutch over or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onions, carrots, celery and bell pepper and sauté until tender (about 3-4 minutes). Add the sausage and continue to sauté until cooked through and browned. Drain any excess fat.

3. 3

   Add the cumin, turmeric, paprika, coriander and oregano and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes until the spices bloom.

4. 4

   Add the tomato paste, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, red lentils and bay leaves. Stir well.

5. 5

   Simmer uncovered on low heat for about 20 minutes {until the lentils are tender}, stirring occasionally. Remove the soup from the heat and ladle into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.