Traditional German lentil and bacon soup (stew)

Name: Traditional German lentil and bacon soup (stew)
Cook time: 2 h 30 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 1.1 lb brown lentils (250 g dried or cooked); 6½ cups stock (beef or vegetable stock); 7 oz smoked bacon; 1 piece onion; 2 cloves; 1 bay leaf; ½ lb soup vegetables (carrots, leek, celery, parsley, parsnip or others); ½ lb potatoes; ¼ tsp thyme; 2 tbsp butter; 0.1 cups flour; 1 pinch sugar; 1 tbsp wine vinegar

Instructions

Cook:2h 30min

You'll love this original German lentil and bacon soup! This traditional soup is perfect for a winter meal, and it's sure to please everyone at the table.

Updated at: Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:27:41 GMT