Fullblood Wagyu Kielbasa and Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 1 PACKAGE Double 8 Cattle Company Fullblood Wagyu Smoked Kielbasa (cut in half lengthwise and 1/4-inch-thick half moons)
  
• 1 Large Sweet Onion (diced)
  
• 1 Large Leek (cut in half lengthwise and diced)
  
• 5 Garlic Cloves (minced)
  
• 1 Large Red Bell Pepper (diced)
  
• 3 quarts Beef Stock
  
• 2 cups Green Lentils
  
• ¹/₄ cup Olive Oil
  
• Kosher Salt (to taste)
  
• 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or Hot Sauce
  
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
  
• 4 ounces Greek Yogurt
  
• 3 Large Carrots (diced to 1/2 inch pieces)
  
• 3 Stalks Celery (diced to 1/2 inch pieces)
  
• 1 cup Basil Leaves (plus additional for garnish)
  
• 12 ounces Tomato Paste
  
• Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste)