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A warm, filling, and inexpensive meal that can feed a family for just a few dollars.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried lentils (brown or green)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups broth or water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)

Optional Add-Ins

• Diced potatoes
• Spinach or kale
• Cooked sausage or ham
• Rice for extra servings

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Instructions

1. Rinse the lentils and remove any debris.
2. Add all ingredients to the crockpot.
3. Stir everything together.
4. Cook:
   • Low for 7–8 hours, or
   • High for 4–5 hours
5. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

If you like a thicker soup, mash some of the lentils with a spoon before serving.

Money-Saving Tips

• Buy dried lentils in bulk for the lowest cost.
• Use water instead of broth if needed.
• Freeze leftovers for future meals.
• Serve with bread or rice to stretch the meal even further.

Approximate Cost

This recipe typically costs around $6–$10 total and can serve 6–8 people, depending on ingredients used.

Healthy, hearty, and easy on the budget.

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Rick Herring
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