Lentil Soup

This is an extremely easy, delicious and nutritious recipe. It goes well with a fresh muffin and a salad. 

1 lb. dried lentils

8 cups of cold water ( I use a cup of chicken stock, any left over vegetable liquid from steaming and the remainder water to make the 8 cups)

1 (16 oz. ) can tomatoes, chopped

4-5 slices of bacon ( I use a little left over chicken and omit the bacon)

1 medium onion, chopped

2 medium carrots, chopped

3 tsp parsley

2 tsp wine vinegar

1 garlic clove, minces ( i use bottled minced garlic 1 Tbs)

2 tsp salt ( I use a pinch)

1 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp pepper

1 large bay leaf

combine all ingredients in a dutch oven and simmer for 45 minutes..it's really that easy

Enjoy.......