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Hearty Comforting Slow Cooker Lamb & Lentil Soup Recipe

Hearty Comforting Slow Cooker Lamb & Lentil Soup Recipe You’ll Love

Hearty Comforting Slow Cooker Lamb & Lentil Soup is the ultimate embrace of warmth and flavor, perfect for cool evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 pounds Lamb Shoulder Provides rich, tender meat; essential for the soup's flavor.
  • 1 cup Brown Lentils Offers heartiness and nutrition; a source of protein and fiber.
  • 2 cups Carrots Add natural sweetness and vibrant color.
  • 2 cups Celery Contributes a fresh, slightly peppery flavor.
  • 1 large Onion A flavor base that completes the soup’s aromatic profile.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Provides depth and aroma.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Adds richness and umami.
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Serves as the liquid base; low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Introduces warmth and earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Introduces warmth and earthiness.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Essential for adding depth.
  • to taste Salt To taste; ensures balanced seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper To taste; ensures balanced seasoning.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the onion, carrots, and celery into small pieces, and mince the garlic.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the lamb shoulder. Sear it until it’s beautifully browned on all sides, roughly 5-7 minutes.
  3. In your slow cooker, combine the browned lamb with the lentils, chopped veggies, minced garlic, tomato paste, chicken broth, spices, salt, and pepper. Give it a gentle stir.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  5. After the cooking time, carefully remove the lamb from the slow cooker. Using two forks, shred the lamb into bite-sized pieces and return it to the soup.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adding a squeeze of lemon just before serving can brighten the flavors.

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