Can lentil soup be left out overnight? No, it’s not safe to leave lentil soup out overnight. Perishable foods, including soup, should not be left at room temperature for more than two hours due to the risk of bacterial growth. Lentil soup should be refrigerated within that time frame to keep it safe for later consumption. If left out overnight, it’s best to discard it to avoid potential foodborne illness.
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– ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin – 1 medium onion finely diced – 2 carrots peeled finely diced – 2 stalks celery leaves removed and finely diced – 2 cloves garlic minced – 2 cups lentils brown or green picked over and rinsed – 14 ounces canned whole tomatoes hand crushed – 7- 8 cups stock vegetable or chicken, low sodium (I used my homemade chicken broth) – 2 bay leaves – 1 head Tuscan kale destemmed and chopped (regular kale is fine too) – salt and pepper to taste – ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional – extra olive oil for drizzling
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Cook time: 40 min
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6
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How long does this Italian lentil soup stay fresh? This soup will stay fresh for up to five days in the refrigerator. Can I freeze this soup? Yes, once it completely cools down, you could freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to heat up. What do Italians traditionally eat on new year’s Day? Typically they eat pork or lentils. Lentils are said to bring good luck for the new year.
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