Crockpot Lentils

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From GE Appliances website. Made it February 2015. Served it on basmati rice with chicken sausage cut up and mixed in. I think it would also be good served with shredded cheddar cheese on top. Great leftover for lunch!

Ingredients

• 3 cups water
• 2 cups dried lentils, rinsed and drained
• 1-1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup sliced or prepared baby carrots
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (use more if fresh is used)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (use more if fresh is used)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in a large crock-pot.
Cook on low for about 8 hours, checking occasionally to make sure water has not been completely absorbed.
If so, add some more. Serve over rice. Serves 4 to 6.
Can add ham or bacon to lentils if desired.