Recipe:

Ham and Lentil Soup

1 lb diced ham
1 ham bone
1 lb baby carrots
1 chopped yellow onion
4 large celery stalks sliced
2 cloves crushed garlic
6 cups water or broth
2 12 oz bagged lentils
2 tbsp crushed black pepper
2 medium chopped tomatoes
Salt to taste

In a large saucepan, combine onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Saute over medium heat until onions turn clear. Add ham, bone, and lentils and stir 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, pepper, and water, and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally 1 1/2 to 2 hours until mixture thickens and beans are soft. Salt to taste.

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