Try This Hearty Italian Sausage and Lentil Soup Recipe for a Delicious Meal

Looking for a flavorful and filling soup that will warm you up on a chilly day? Look no further than this Italian sausage and lentil soup recipe! Packed with protein, fiber, and veggies, this soup is both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup dried lentils
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until the vegetables are soft and the sausage is browned.
3. Add the garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
4. Pour in the broth, lentils, and diced tomatoes and bring the soup to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the lentils are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf from the soup and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!