Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons bacon bits (hormel low fat)
  • 1/4 cup celery (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup onion (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup carrot (chopped)
  • 1/2 lb lentils (1/2 of a bag)
  • 1 -3 bay leaf
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 chicken bouillon cubes
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method

  • Heat large soup pot over med high heat with oil.
  • Add onions, celery, and carrots.
  • Cook until the veggies sweat a little and become tender.
  • Add bacon bits, bay leaves, and lentils.
  • Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly to not burn the bacon.
  • Add the water and boillion cubes.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cover and cook for about 30 minutes.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.