Grandmas Lentil Soup

This recipe for hearty lentil soup, passed down from grandmother, is great for cold days.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Rinse lentils under cold water and drain

In a slow cooker, combine lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper

Drizzle olive oil over the top

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until lentils and vegetables are tender

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving