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Instructions
1
In a large bowl, cover the dried mushrooms with hot water and let them soak for 15 minutes. Remove the mushrooms and chop. Save the mushroom flavored water.
2
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic, and cook until the vegetables are soft and translucent about 5 minutes.
3
Add the sage, red pepper flakes, fennel seeds, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and oregano to the pot. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4
Add the lentils, carrots, thyme, fresh mushrooms, and soaked dried mushrooms to the pot. Stir to combine.
5
Add the chicken broth, the water the dried mushrooms soaked in, white wine, tomato paste, and Parmesan cheese rind to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 45 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6
Remove the Parmesan cheese rind from the pot and discard it.
7
Add the lemon juice to the soup and stir to combine.
8
Serve the soup hot, garnished with some fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and a slice of crusty bread.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Maximize Umami with Dried Mushrooms 🍄Rehydrate dried wild mushrooms in warm broth for 15-20 minutes, then use both the mushrooms and the soaking liquid to build deep, complex flavors that elevate the entire soup.
- Toast Fennel Seeds for Aromatic Impact 🌟Lightly toast fennel seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before adding them to release essential oils and create a more pronounced, warm flavor throughout the soup.
- Layer Herbs at Different Stages ⏱️Add hardy herbs like thyme and oregano early in cooking (they can withstand long simmering), then incorporate fresh sage in the last 5 minutes for brighter, fresher notes.
- Use Parmesan Rind as a Flavor Bomb 🧀Add the Parmesan rind early and let it simmer throughout cooking—it dissolves partially and infuses the broth with nutty, savory depth while adding natural umami richness.
- Finish with Fresh Lemon and Quality Olive Oil 🍋Stir in lemon juice and a drizzle of premium olive oil at the very end to brighten the soup and add a luxurious mouthfeel that balances the earthy lentils and mushrooms.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
Low-Cholesterol
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