Rustic Farmhouse Lentil Minestrone
- Cook Time : 40 Minutes
- Recipe Yield : 4 SERVINGS
Ingredients
- 3 slices bacon, diced
- 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced celery
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 quart (4 cups) chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano
- 1 package (6.75 oz.) Near East Lentil Pilaf mix
- 3 tablespoons dry red wine (optional)
- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Preparation Steps
- In 4-quart saucepan cook bacon over medium heat until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Drain off all but 2 tablespoons bacon drippings. Add carrots, celery, onion and garlic to pan. Reduce heat to low and cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken broth, water, tomatoes and contents of Near East package including seasoning packet.
- Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pan and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in red wine, reserved bacon and parsley.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 330, Calories from Fat: 90, Total Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 10mg, Sodium: 1910mg, Total Carbohydrate: 43g, Dietary Fiber: 9g, Protein: 18g
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