Hearty Lentil Soup with Smoked Sausage

Rinse the lentils thoroughly, then place them in a pot. Pour 1 liter of cold water over them and let them soak for at least 2 hours. Add one teaspoon of salt and cook the lentils over medium heat until tender. Once cooked, drain them.

Cut the smoked sausage into small cubes, about 0.5 cm. Finely chop the red onion and thinly slice the garlic. Heat the broth. Chop the fresh parsley.

In a saucepan, melt the lard over medium heat, add the diced sausage, and fry until golden brown, stirring frequently. Add the onion and sauté until translucent. Then add the garlic and fry for another 1 minute. Stir in two-thirds of the cooked lentils, pour in 900 ml of hot broth, and simmer for 5 minutes.