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Delicious Instant Pot Lentil Soup for Cozy Nights In with Turkey Bacon

Delicious Instant Pot Lentil Soup for Cozy Nights In

A warm and hearty lentil soup made in the Instant Pot, featuring turkey bacon for a smoky flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add turkey bacon. Cook until crispy, then remove and chop.
  2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until onions are translucent.
  3. Add lentils, broth, thyme, paprika, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
  4. Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
  5. Once cooking is complete, release pressure and stir in the chopped turkey bacon. Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit turkey bacon and use vegetable broth.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables such as spinach or kale.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, Lentil Soup, Turkey Bacon, Cozy Nights