Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a soup pot over low heat.
  2. Saute the onions and garlic in the oil for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the carrot and sausage.
  4. Continue to cook till the onions are soft and golden.
  5. add the broth and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  6. Add the lentils and rice and cook, covered, for about 45 minutes, or until lentils are soft.
  7. Add the salt, pepper and parsley. Cook for 5 minutes longer. Remove bay leaf.
  8. Serve garnished with croutons.