Crock Pot Lentil and Ham Soup

• lentils↗2 cups

  uncooked

• onion↗1

  chopped

• celery ribs↗2

  chopped

• carrots↗2

  sliced

• bay leaf↗1
• diced tomatoes1 can

  undrained

• garlic cloves↗5

  minced

• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• fresh thyme↗1 sprig
• crushed red pepper flakes↗1⁄4 teaspoon

  (optional)

• smoked ham↗1 lb

  cut into chunks

• water↗2 quarts

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place all ingredients into crock pot.(6 qt or larger).

2. 2

   Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are cooked to your liking.

3. 3

   Remove bay leaf and thyme sprig before serving.