Hearty Beef and Lentil Soup
This hearty beef and lentil soup is loaded with rich, savory flavor, filling enough for a full meal, and easy to make in one pot.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef cubed
- 1 cup green or brown lentils rinsed
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 medium carrots sliced
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 6 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and brown it, about 5–6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for about 4–5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, smoked paprika, and thyme, coating the vegetables well.
- Add the browned beef back to the pot, followed by the lentils, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
- Bring everything to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the lentils are soft and the beef is cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh parsley.
Servings: 4