Gammon and Lentil Soup

Name: Gammon and Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb gammon steak, diced; 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

A rich and savory soup combining diced gammon with earthy brown lentils and aromatic root vegetables.

55 minEasyServes 4360 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb gammon steak, diced
1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 2 diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 2 minced garlic cloves, sauteing for 5 minutes until softened.
3

Add 1 lb diced gammon steak and cook for 5 minutes until browned and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
4

Stir in 1 cup rinsed brown lentils, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, and 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock.
5

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
6

Remove 1 bay leaf before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Gammon and Lentil Soup?

As written, 55 minutes: 15 of prep and 40 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (30 minutes): "Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are tender."

What internal temperature should Gammon and Lentil Soup reach?

For Gammon and Lentil Soup, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is Gammon and Lentil Soup gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Gammon and Lentil Soup is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the stock.

How much protein is in Gammon and Lentil Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 360 calories, alongside 38 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 11 g fiber and 820 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

How do I store and reheat Gammon and Lentil Soup?

Refrigerate Gammon and Lentil Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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