Skip to main content
Log in
Log in

German Style Bacon and Lentil Soup

with Cabbage, Thyme and Ciabatta
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on November 12, 2025
Get 50% off your first box & free treats for 2 months!
Get 50% off your first box & free treats for 2 months!
Calories
: 
703 kcal
Protein
: 
33g protein
Total
: 
25 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Wheat
  • Barley
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Milk
  • Egg
  • Barley
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Kamut (wheat)
  • Khorasan (wheat)
  • Oats
  • Rye
  • Spelt (wheat)
  • Wheat
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Milk
  • Mustard
  • Soya
  • Sulphites
  • Celery
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

4 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

1 unit(s)

Carrot

1 carton(s)

Lentils

(May contain traces of: Barley, Cereals containing gluten, Kamut (wheat), Khorasan (wheat), Oats, Rye, Spelt (wheat), Wheat)

90 grams

British Smoked Bacon Lardons

1 sachet(s)

Dried Thyme

1 unit(s)

Ciabatta

(Contains: Wheat, Barley, Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Cereals containing gluten, Rye)

1 sachet(s)

White Wine Stock Powder

(May contain traces of: Barley, Cereals containing gluten, Wheat, Milk, Mustard, Soya, Sulphites, Celery)

1 sachet(s)

Caramelised Onion Paste

1 carton(s)

Tomato Passata

150 grams

Shredded Savoy Cabbage

40 grams

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

(Contains: Milk, Egg)

Not included in your delivery

20 grams

Butter

1 tbsp

Olive Oil for the Garlic Bread

1 tsp

Sugar

350 milliliter(s)

Water for the Soup

Energy (kJ)2942 kJ
Energy (kcal)703 kcal
Fat31.6 g
of which saturates12.8 g
Carbohydrate63.8 g
of which sugars18.3 g
Dietary Fibre14.7 g
Protein33 g
Salt6.8 g
Trans Fat0.1 g
Potassium129.1 mg
Calcium18.9 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
•Sieve
•Garlic Press
•Large Saucepan
•Baking Tray

Cooking Steps

1

a) Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.

b) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

c) Trim the carrot, then quarter lengthways (no need to peel). Chop widthways into small pieces.

d) Drain and rinse the lentils in a sieve.

2

a) Heat the butter (see pantry for amount) and a drizzle of oil in a large saucepan on medium-high heat.

b) Once the butter has melted, add the bacon lardons and carrot. Stir-fry until the carrot is tender, 8-10 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw meat. Cook bacon thoroughly.

c) Stir in half the garlic and the dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper.

3

a) Meanwhile, halve the ciabatta and lay onto a baking tray, cut-side up.

b) Spread over the remaining garlic and drizzle with the olive oil for the garlic bread (see pantry for amount).

c) Bake the bread on the top shelf of your oven until golden, 4-5 mins.

4

a) Stir the white wine stock powder, caramelised onion paste, passata, lentils, sugar and water for the soup (see pantry for both amounts) into the carrot pan.

b) Bring the soup to the boil.

c) Once boiling, stir in the cabbage. Bring the soup back to the boil, then simmer until the soup has thickened slightly and the cabbage is tender, 5-6 mins. 

5

a) When the soup is ready, stir in half the cheese. 

b) Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper if needed. Add a splash of water if it's a little too thick. 

6

a) Share your soup between bowls and sprinkle over the remaining cheese. 

b) Serve with the garlic bread on the side.

Enjoy!

Meal right image

Explore Similar Recipes

Carrot Recipes
Tomato Recipes
Passata Recipes
Bacon Recipes
Cabbage Recipes
Garlic Recipes
Meal left image
Meal right image

Explore Our Meal Kits

Food Box
Weekly Menu
Meal Boxes for 1 Person
Vegetarian Meal Delivery
Calorie Smart Meal Delivery
Family Food Boxes
Meal left image

More delicious recipes with similar ingredients

Sticky Honey Beef Rice Bowl

with Green Beans

Creamy Cajun Beef Rigatoni

with Spinach and Cheese

Creamy Sausage and Butter Bean Cassoulet

with Baby Spinach and Ciabatta

Creamy Cajun Spiced Chorizo Orzo

with Peas and Toasted Breadcrumb Topping

Creamy Fajita Style Chicken Pasta

with Pepper and Italian Style Cheese

Cheeseburger Style Beef Rice Bowl

with Burger Sauce, Cheese and Salad

Sticky Honey Pork Rice Bowl

with Pak Choi

Chipotle Beef Rigatoni

with Cheddar and Spinach

Creamy Gochujang Beef Rigatoni

with Spinach and Spring Onion

Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto

with Roasted Asparagus and Baby Plum Tomatoes

Spicy Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

with Cheese

Stir-Fried Honey Sesame Beef Noodles

with Tenderstem® Broccoli and Carrot Ribbons

Sweet and Sticky Chicken on Rice

with Bell Pepper, Onion and Sesame Seeds

Fragrant Chicken Coconut Curry

with Baby Spinach and Easy Zesty Rice

Cheeseburger Loaded Fries

with Tomatoes, Caramelised Onion and Burger Sauce

Classic Beef Mince Cottage Pie

with Cheese and Sauteed Peas

Thai Green Style Chicken Curry

with Baby Spinach and Fragrant Jasmine Rice

Creamy Bacon Pesto Pasta

with Peas and Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

Rosemary Lamb and Mushroom Rigatoni

with Creamy Sauce and Cheese

Crispy Skinned Sea Bass

with Salsa Verde, Green Beans and Roast Potatoes

Highest-rated dinner recipes

Pan-Fried Venison Steaks

with Rosemary Potatoes and Creamy Mustard Sauce

BBQ Pulled Chicken Loaded Cheesy Fries

with Fresh Avocado, Coriander and Chilli Salsa

Roasted Pork Medallion

with Sweet Potato Mash and Peppercorn Sauce

Teriyaki Salmon Poke Style Bowl

with Jasmine Rice, Sugarsnaps and Lime Chilli Kiwi Salsa

Serrano Ham Wrapped Chicken

with Cheesy Truffled Roast Potatoes and Roasted Tenderstem®

Prawn and Chorizo Spaghetti

with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Chilli

Honey Glazed Halloumi Gyros

with Sweet Potato Fries & Tzatziki Inspired Salad

Creamy Mushroom Pasta

with Balsamic Dressed Rocket

Honey Glazed Chicken Flatbread

With Sweet Potato Feta Wedges, Harissa Veg and Pickled Red Onion

Creamy Cajun Beef Rigatoni

with Spinach and Cheese

Refried Bean and Halloumi Tacos

with Chipotle Mayo

Chicken and Mushroom Crumble

with Basmati Rice

Chermoula Spiced Lamb and Rice

With Tzatziki

Porky Pappardelle

with Spinach and Grated Cheese

Chipotle Beef Rigatoni

with Cheddar and Spinach

Halloumi & Sweet Potato Dal

with Mango Chutney & Naan Bread

Cheeseburger Loaded Fries

with Tomatoes, Caramelised Onion and Burger Sauce

Thai Style Pork Rice Bowl

with Green Beans, Coriander and Rice

Super Cheesy Oven-Baked Tomato Risotto

with Rocket Salad

Pan-Fried Chicken

with Spicy Lentils

This week's must-try HelloFresh recipes

Chipotle Ribs and Loaded Cheese Smashed Potatoes

with Tomato, Soured Cream and Lime Slaw

Caribbean Style Spiced Salmon

with Kiwi Salsa, Chips and Zesty Slaw

Santorini Style Tomatokeftedes

with Homemade Tzatziki and Lemon, Green Bean & Baby Leaf Salad

Monkfish, Bacon and Pea Oven-Baked Risotto

with Rocket and Baby Plum Tomato Salad

Cheesy Chipotle Black Bean Enchiladas

with Smashed Avocado, Sticky Wedges and Zesty Salad

King Prawn Topped Sea Bream and Mango Salsa

with Roast Potatoes and Baby Leaf Salad

Jerk, Coconut and Guinness® Chicken Breast

with Rice and Bell Pepper

Herby Beef and Pork Meatball Linguine

with Mushrooms, Red Wine Sauce and Cheese

Honey Mustard Sausages and Red Onion Gravy

with Sweet Potato Mash and Tenderstem® Broccoli

Honey Mustard Sausage Traybake

with Buttery Onion Sauce

Roasted Vegetable Lasagne

with Bell Pepper, Courgette and Cheese

Build Your Own: Cheesy Baked Potato Bar

Put together individually and enjoy together!

Family Favourite Sweet Chilli Pork & Veg Stir-Fry

For Adults: Add Homemade Sesame-Chilli Dressing

Creamy Curried Chicken Pie and Peas

with Hidden Veg: Onion and Tomato

Sicilian Style Bacon & Pistachio Pasta alla Brontese

with Balsamic Glazed Tomato and Rocket Salad

Butterflied Chicken and Romesco Yoghurt Sauce

with Roasted Potato Chunks and Green Bean Salad

Baked Sausage Gigantes Plaki

with Garlic Parsley Ciabatta and Wild Rocket Salad

Sun-Dried Tomato Spiced Beef Koftas

with Paprika Butter and Yoghurt Sauce

Erbazzone Reggiano Inspired Spinach Cheese Pies

with Balsamic Roasted Veg and Potatoes

Chorizo, Goat's Cheese and Kumato Tomato Tartines

with Wild Rocket and Balsamic Glaze