Hearty Lentil And Beef Soup Recipe

About this recipe

A comforting and protein-packed soup featuring ground beef, lentils, and a medley of vegetables, perfect for a satisfying dinner. This dish is ideal for those seeking a wholesome and flavorful meal solution.

Ingredients

• - Thomas Ridley Fresh British Beef Mince
• 1 stick Organic Celery Stick
• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• 400G Italianavera Chopped Tomatoes, 400G
• - Cooks & Co Sliced Mushrooms
• 500G Sabarot Lentils Mix, 500G
• 50G Pepper Black Ground BWFO
• 50G Picard Chopped Flat Parsley
• - Knorr Beef Stock Cubes
• 500G Aunt Bessie'S Maple & Thyme Glazed Carrots
• - Tata Salt
• 25G Fillippone Italian Organic Bay Leaves, 25G
• - Kikkoman Soy Sauce

Instructions

1. 1. In a 3-quart casserole dish, crumble 1 lb of ground beef. Add 3/4 cup diced carrots, 1/2 cup diced celery, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 1 minced clove of garlic.
2. 2. Cover loosely and microwave on High for 4 minutes. Stir the mixture, cover again, and microwave for another 3 to 4 minutes until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. 3. Stir in 2 cups of hot water, 1 diced tomato with its liquid, 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup rinsed lentils, 1 beef stock cube, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 2 tsp salt, 1 bay leaf, and 2 tbsp chopped parsley.
4. 4. Cover tightly and microwave on High, stirring every 6 minutes, for 24 to 28 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
5. 5. Stir in an additional 1 cup of hot water to adjust the consistency. Cover tightly and microwave on High for 3 to 5 minutes until the soup is bubbly.
6. 6. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Serve hot and enjoy this hearty soup.