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Best Lentil Soup: Hearty Comfort with Turkey Bacon & Chicken Ham

Best Lentil Soup

Warm up with this delicious lentil soup featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham that’s perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 cup diced chicken ham
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and crumble.
  2. Add onions and garlic to the pot. Sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the lentils, chicken broth, water, thyme, cumin, and crumbled turkey bacon.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes until lentils are tender.
  5. Stir in the chicken ham and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add some chopped carrots and celery.
  • This soup freezes well, so you can make a big batch.

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Keywords: Best Lentil Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Comfort Food