Lentil Soup With Sausage

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This soup is simply wonderful to take away the chill! Make it vegetarian by eliminating the sausage and substitute vegetable stock for the chicken broth.

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Steps

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In large heavy saucepan , heat oil over medium heat.

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Add onion and cook for 5 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Add celery and sausage and cook for 5 more minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Add stock , water , lentils , the piece of orange , spices plus salt and pepper to pot and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat , cover partially and simmer for 30 minutes.

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Add carrots and potatoes , cover partially and simmer , stirring occasionally , for 35 minutes or until lentils are tender.

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Discard orange.

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Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, celery, turkey salami, chicken broth, water, dry green lentils, orange, dried marjoram, dried savory, carrots, potatoes