Grandad's Smoked Bacon And Lentil Soup I Made It Ii

Grandad's Smoked Bacon and Lentil Soup

Cosmicmother 4 years ago
~Made for February 2020's "Red" Recipe Challenge"~

Grandads Smoked Bacon And Lentil Soup by DonSpain

This is excellent! It totally exceeded my expectations! I've never had lentils with cabbage before so I wasn't sure what to expect. But the bacon, red lentils, onion, leeks, cabbage, carrot etc. went so well together and was very delicious!
I knew if I completely pureed the soup the kids would be more apt to eat it, so I pureed it with my immersion blender to a very smooth consistency. Instead of topping it with parsley I topped with green onions; and for the photo I used a few bacon bits--but all the bacon called for in the recipe is pureed into the soup. It made for a silky mouth feel you'd almost think you're eating a creamy soup. It was very comforting, like a warm blanket, and very satisfying.
The whole family loved it! Thankfully I doubled the recipe and my son and I enjoyed the leftovers for lunch. My son especially loved it so I think this is his new favorite comfort food! Thanks Don!
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chuckieb 4 years ago said:

This looks lovely and I think my hubby and would really enjoy it. I will completely puree it as well as I"m more likely to eat it that way too! LOL! Great photo Shona!

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LindaLMT 4 years ago said:

Beautiful bowl of soup Shona! Red lentils break down much more than other lentils so pureeing it all was a great idea. I can see eating a grilled cheese sandwich and this soup on a cold wintery day.

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eastcoaster 4 years ago said:

Beautiful photo Shona, and i agree about the red lentils, they do tend to get mushy.

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DonSpain 4 years ago said:

Hi, Thank you very much - Much appreciated - Delighted you and family enjoyed it
Cheers

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Cosmicmother 4 years ago said:

Thanks everyone!
Grilled cheese would be great with this Linda! I served it with toasted grain bread. :)
You're welcome Bill, your recipes have never disappointed--they are always delicious! :)

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mommyluvs2cook 4 years ago said:

It definitely looks nice and silky smooth Shona! I will have to make this for myself for lunch. Bookmarked!!

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