Slow Cooker Lentil and Ham Soup

330 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 11 hr
Ready In: 11 hr 20 min

“Come home at the end of the day to a richly spiced broth filled with lentils, ham and veggies. Pair it up with cornmeal muffins and you have a great meal!” - by queendiva1

Directions

In a 3 1/2 quart or larger slow cooker combine the lentils, celery, carrots, onion, garlic and ham. Season with basil, thyme, oregano, the bay leaf and pepper. Stir in the chicken broth, water and tomato sauce. Cover and cook on Low for 11 hours. Discard the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
222 cal
11%

Fat
6.1 g
9%

Carbs
26.3 g
8%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (330)

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226

Hannen

Dec. 27, 2005

"This was delicious! The only thing I did different was I added a can of stewed tomatoes instead of the tomato sauce. Very, very good. If you like it spicy you could add some hot sauce or a little c..." See morehili powder. I've turned the AC down so I can pretend it's cold outside. This soup is perfect for that...and healthy too. PS. I cooked it on the stove for 45 minutes instead of using the crock pot. I was hungry."

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LIZOAKSMITH

Oct. 8, 2006

"Great recipe. I added hamhocks, and added extra water from the start. I also added a half cup extra lentils and used stewed tomatoes. Whole family loved it including kids 5 and 7...." See more"

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chejohn

Dec. 10, 2005

"This soup was thick and hearty. I really enjoyed the flavor. You may need to add a little more water, as mine turned out a little too thick. A really enjoyable meal on a cold day with warm corn bre..." See moread."

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