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How Long to Cook Brown Lentil Soup (1 lb Dry Brown or Green Lentils, Unsoaked / Boiled) in the boiling

Specification: 1 lb dry unsoaked brown lentils with mirepoix and 6 cups chicken broth

Target Temp
Heat Waves
200°F (93°C)
Stovetop Boil
Total Time
Clock Time
35–40 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat boiling to 200°F (93°C). Prepare brown lentil soup (1 lb dry brown or green lentils, unsoaked / boiled) (1 lb dry unsoaked brown lentils with mirepoix and 6 cups chicken broth).

2
Cook

Cook for 35–40 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

3
Check & Rest

Lentils are tender to the tooth with intact round discs and soup has naturally thickened Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USA Pulses Lentil Council & America's Test Kitchen Lentil Soup Science

Pro Tip: Add acidic ingredients like vinegar, wine, or lemon juice only after lentils are tender; acid tightens lentil pectin and delays cooking.

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