t’s that time of year when we really need two things from our food: warmth + health. 

I always think I’m going to eat really healthy after Christmas, but then the cold winds of January blow and I just want to be comforted by heavy casseroles. And pizza. The good news about this soup is that it packs a lot of comfort in every bite while still being easy on your caloric intake. 

In fact, it’s so good for you that you can feel just fine about having a big slice of bread with butter on the side!

French Peasant Soup

2015-01-11 17:54:58

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Ingredients

1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
2. 4 large leeks, sliced thinly
3. 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
4. 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (225 grams)
5. 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
6. 1 tablespoon herbes de provence
7. 1 cup french lentils (250 grams)
8. 3 medium zucchini/courgettes
9. 8 cups chopped Kale (200 grams)
10. 1 1/2 quarts vegetable stock (around 1500 ml)
11. 1 1/2 cups pasta, cooked and drained (optional)
12. salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In your heavy bottomed pot, Dutch oven or Le Crueset, pour in the olive oil and bring to medium heat.
2. Add the leeks and garlic. Cook for about five minutes. Add mushrooms, thyme and herbes de provence.
3. Cook about 10 more minutes until vegetables are soft.
4. Add stock and bring to a simmer. Pour in lentils and cook for about 30 minutes or until lentils are done.
5. Add zucchini (called courgettes in the UK) and Kale leaves. Cook about ten more minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve warm with hearty bread or over pasta (kid-friendly option)

By Alison Chino

Arkansas Women Bloggers https://arkansaswomenbloggers.com/

Alison Chino is a wandering pilgrim who loves telling stories. She moved from Arkansas to Scotland with her husband and four kids in 2013 and they are on a journey to hike as many trails in the UK and in Europe as possible during their season as expats. Sometimes this means contending with gale force winds and thrashing rain. Living in Scotland has given them a new appreciation for waterproof gear and hearty soups. You can follow their adventures on Instagram.