Lentil Ham Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 (32 ounce) carton low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ cups cubed fully cooked ham
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Directions

  • Step 1

    Stir chicken broth, water, carrots, celery, onion, lentils, garlic, and red wine vinegar together in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until the carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.

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  • Step 2

    Stir ham, mustard, salt, and pepper into the soup; continue cooking until the lentils are tender, 20 to 30 minutes more.

  • Cook's Notes:

    Just before serving, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top.

    For added smoky flavor, add 1 to 2 teaspoons paprika.

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