French Lentil Soup with Sausage and Kale Recipe - (4.1/5)

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 Cups French Lentils
• 1 lb Hot or Mild Italian Sausage (Omit for Vegetarian/Vegan)
• 8 oz (2-3 Cups) Kale stems removed and cut into ribbons
• 1 Large Leek diced
• 3 Carrots shredded
• 3 stalks Celery diced
• 1 Tbs Red Wine Vinegar
• 3 Bay Leaves
• 1 Tbs Thyme
• 1/4 Tspn Red Pepper Flakes
• 4 Tbs (Divided) Olive Oil
• 6-7 Cups Water
• Salt and Pepper