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French Lentil and Carrot Soup

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A warm, nutritious soup made with green lentils and sweet carrots, perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Carrots, chopped
  • 1 cup Dried Green Lentils
  • 1 medium Shallot, diced
  • 1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 4 cups Reduced-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream

Instructions

  1. Chop the carrots into small cubes and finely dice the shallot. Shred rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the shallots until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped carrots and sauté for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the lentils, Herbes de Provence, pepper, and kosher salt.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
  7. Add the shredded chicken and heat through for about 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in the heavy whipping cream and heat for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the rotisserie chicken. Fresh herbs like parsley or chives make great garnishes.

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