INGREDIENTS
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Serves 12
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Prep time: 10 minutes
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Cook time: 45-60 minutes
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6 strips of bacon, cut into 1/2” pieces
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2 large onions, chopped
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5 carrots, peeled, halved and finely chopped
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6 garlic cloves, minced
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4 tablespoons tomato paste
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4 1/2 cups lentils, picked over and rinsed
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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12 cups low sodium chicken broth
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6 cups water
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1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
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Salt and pepper
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Parmesan shavings, optional