Crock Pot Beef Lentil Soup 🥣
Description: This hearty Crock Pot Beef Lentil Soup recipe, discovered in our local paper, is a delightful way to utilize soup bones acquired from purchasing beef from a nearby farmer. It’s a thick and rich concoction that’s effortlessly prepared in the crock pot, making it an ideal weeknight meal option. Pair it with freshly baked bread from your bread-maker, timed perfectly to coincide with the soup’s readiness, and dinner is served!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 hours
- Total Time: 9 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
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| Carrots | 2 |
| Potatoes | 3 |
| Onion | 3 |
| Celery | 1 |
| Chopped tomatoes | 3 |
| Water | 1 |
| Beef bouillon cubes | 6 |
| Lentils | 6 |
| Salt | 1/2 |
| Pepper | 1 |
| Marjoram | 1/4 |
| Cabbage | 1/8 |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 149
- Fat: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0.5mg
- Sodium: 1103.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 30.6g
- Fiber: 7.1g
- Sugar: 7.5g
- Protein: 6.6g
Instructions:
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In a slow cooker (4-1/2 quarts or larger), combine all ingredients except cabbage.
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Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until lentils are tender and flavors meld together beautifully.
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Once the lentils are tender, remove the beef from the bones, shred it, and return it to the pot, infusing the soup with even more savory goodness.
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Add the shredded cabbage, turn the pot to the high setting, and allow it to cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, creating a delightful textural contrast to the rich broth.
Tips:
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a dollop of tomato paste.
- Customize the soup to your taste preferences by adjusting the seasoning levels or adding additional vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- This soup freezes exceptionally well, making it a fantastic option for meal prepping or batch cooking for future enjoyment.
- Serve this hearty soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a satisfying meal that’s sure to warm you up from the inside out.
With its simplicity and heartiness, this Crock Pot Beef Lentil Soup is destined to become a staple in your recipe repertoire, perfect for cozy weeknights or casual gatherings with loved ones. Enjoy the robust flavors and comforting aroma of this nourishing dish, sure to satisfy even the heartiest of appetites.
