lentil soup - italian style
Lentils are a symbol of wealth and prosperity in Italy. Whether or not that's true, lentils are a good, low-fat source of protein and other nutrients. This version uses less pancetta in order to keep down the fat, but enough to add some good flavor!
yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
10 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For lentil soup - italian style
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1 clentils
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4 cbeef broth
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2 ozpancetta
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1/4 cchopped onion
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2 Tbspfresh basil, minced (1 teas dried)
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1 Tbspfresh marjoram, minced (1/2 teas. dried
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1 Tbsptomato paste
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2bay leaves
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4 slicehearty italian bread, toasted (optional)
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1/4 cshredded parmesan cheese, to garnish
How To Make lentil soup - italian style
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1Rinse lentils. Fry pancetta until crisp, remove from pan and drain on paper towel.
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2In a large pot, combine lentils, pancetta, chopped onion, beef broth, basil, majoram, tomato paste and bay leaves. Bring to boiling, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or lentils are tender.
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3Remove bay leaves. Sprinkle toasted bread with parmesan cheese and place under broiler until cheese melts.
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4To serve, ladle into soup bowls and top each serving with a slice of cheesy, toasted bread.
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