Hearty German Lentil Soup with Ham

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty German Lentil Soup with Ham is a comforting dish that embodies the rich flavors of traditional German cuisine. This non-vegetarian recipe is perfect for chilly evenings, featuring tender lentils, savory ham, and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection. Ideal for meal prep, this soup is versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread or croutons for added texture.

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Overview

This authentic German lentil soup is inspired by a beloved dish from Karl Ratzsch's in Milwaukee. It's a hearty and flavorful soup that serves a small crowd, tastes even better the next day, and freezes well. Perfect for a cozy meal, it can be garnished with croutons for added texture.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

German

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 480 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Cups dried brown lentils, rinsed and drained
• 3 Cups chicken stock
• 1 Whole bay leaf
• 1 Cup carrots, minced
• 1 Cup celery, minced
• 1 Cup onion, minced
• 1 Cup cooked, cubed ham
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg, grated
• 5 Drops hot pepper sauce
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) caraway seed
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) celery salt
• 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground

Steps

1. Place the lentils in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
2. Add chicken stock, bay leaf, carrots, celery, onion, and ham to the slow cooker.
3. Season with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, nutmeg, hot pepper sauce, caraway seed, celery salt, parsley, and black pepper.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.
5. Before serving, remove the bay leaf.

Enjoy this comforting and delicious German lentil soup with your favorite bread or croutons!