suemunzlinger's Recipe

Lentil soup (German)

Category: Soup and Salad

1 (16 ounce) package dried lentils
3 quarts chicken stock
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
5 drops Tabasco Sauce
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 TBSP chopped fresh parsley (1 1/2 teaspoons dried)
1/2 pound diced ham
croutons






Directions:


Rinse and drain lentils; place in a soup pot.
Add stock, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, nutmeg, chili sauce, caraway seeds, and celery salt.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat, and simmer.for 20 minutes.
Add water as needed, , to retain soupy texture.


Stir in carrots, celery, and onion. Cook 15 minutes more or until lentils and vegetables are tender.
Serve hot, garnished with croutons.