Meatball Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb. lentils, rinsed & drained
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 1/2 qts. Water
- 1 c. onion, chopped
- 1 can stewed tomatoes
- (1 lb.)1/2 tsp. Marjoram
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1/8 tsp. Pepper
- 1 c. carrots, sliced
- 1 c. celery, sliced
- 1/3 c. bacon drippings
- Meatballs
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 c. dry bread crumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 c. milk
- 2 tbsp. Parsley
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 3/4 tsp. Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Marjoram
- 1/8 tsp. Salt
Directions
Combine lentils, salt, bay leaf and water in 6 quart kettle. Bring to a boil and reduce heat and simmer covered for 45 minutes. Do not drain. Saute onion in drippings, stir in tomatoes and soup seasonings. Bring to a boil and add meatballs, carrots, celery and cooked lentils. Simmer 30 minutes. To Prepare Meatballs: Mix all ingredients and shape into balls. Brown in skillet. Drain and add to soup when called for.