German Lentil Soup

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Posted by request. Adapted from

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Steps

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Rinse lentils very well with cold water- pick them over and remove any nasty bits or pieces of stone.

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You can soak them overnight in cold water if you like , then drain before using.

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In a large stockpot , place drained lentils , 6 cups fresh cold water , bouillon cubes , and just half of the diced onion.

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Cook for 1 1 / 2 hours on medium-low heat , covered.

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Add the potatoes and cook until they are tender- 30-40 minutes approximately.

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In a small pan , melt the butter and saute the remaining onions until browned.

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Add the flour to the onions and stir until combined.

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Add to the soup , stirring constantly to combine.

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Add the vinegar and season with salt& pepper to taste.

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Optional:if you would like to add some meat to the soup , simply have pre-cooked sausages sliced into small rounds and drop them into the pot during the last 15 minutes of cooking time.

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Ingredients

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green lentil, water, bouillon cubes, onion, potatoes, butter, all-purpose flour, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, smoked link sausage