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Veg and lentil soup.

WIAWSNB · 2025-09-30 22:05:08

Wondering if anyone has any tips on what to add for extra/interesting natural flavours? Not looking for strong flavours, and not looking to add anything other than 'natural' ingredients - ie, no 'stock' or anything like that. Just veg, lentils, 'erbs, spices, and seasoning stuff. The usual carrot and lentil type soups, but…

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JIL Posts: 8,845 Forumite

3 October at 2:10AM edited 3 October at 2:18AM

spo2 said:

I fry bacon lardons at the start with the onions etc, then use ham stock. Gives a lovely flavour

I do this. Knorr ham stock cubes are excellent.
During the colder months, I make soup every Sunday (leftover veggies from Sunday dinner also get added)

If I'm making a vege soup, I also add frozen peas, not garden, the ones labelled mushy. Gives a bit more interest and texture.

I like to serve my soup with home made soda bread.

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