Cost/Serving: $0.34
Yield: [6 servings] / Serving Size = 1 cup
Ingredients:
Directions:
Yield: [6 servings] / Serving Size = 1 cup
Ingredients:
6 cups water
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 Tablespoons dried parsley (optional)
2 teaspoons or 2 cubes beef bouillon
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend
1½ cups dry lentils
4 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, sliced
Directions:
1. Mix all ingredients together in slow cooker.
2. Cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or HIGH for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Serve hot with whole grain crackers or bread.
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- Total fat
- Trans fat
- Sodium
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