Makes about 6 bowls
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a stock pot. Then sauté for about 5 minutes over medium-low heat:
1 large onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
1 cup peeled, diced sweet potato
1 stalk celery, diced
1 cup diced cured (pre-cooked) smoked sausage (not fresh)
Add:
1 tsp dried thyme leaves
1 tsp dried savoury leaves (not ground)
1 tsp dried oregano leaves
Stir and add:
1 ½ cups rinsed split red lentils (not whole)
6-7 cups chicken stock
Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Before serving, stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings.