Slow Cooker Lentil and Ham Soup
Description
This slow cooker lentil soup features ham, celery, carrots, and onion simmered in a tomatoey broth with basil, oregano, and thyme for a soothing meal.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
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1 cup dried lentils
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1 cup chopped celery
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1 cup chopped carrots
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1 cup chopped onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 bay leaf
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32 ounces chicken broth
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1 cup water
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8 teaspoons tomato sauce
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
Combine ham, lentils, celery, carrots, onion, and garlic in a 3 1/2-quart or larger slow cooker. Season with basil, oregano, thyme, pepper, and bay leaf.
3
Stir in chicken broth, water, and tomato sauce.
4
Cover and cook on Low for 11 hours. Discard bay leaf before serving.