Deliciously Hearty German Lentil Soup Recipe

1. Place lentils in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add chicken stock, bay leaf, carrots, celery, onion, and ham. Season with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, nutmeg, hot pepper sauce, caraway seed, celery salt, parsley, and pepper.

2. Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Tips

Stovetop method: Place lentils in a stock pot with chicken stock, bay leaf, ham, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes. Stir in carrots, celery, and onion, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Add additional water if necessary to keep a soup-like mixture.