How to Make Slow Cooker Lentil and Ham Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats a warm and hearty soup on a chilly day, and this Slow Cooker Lentil and Ham Soup is the perfect comfort food to warm you up from the inside out. With its rich flavors and satisfying ingredients, this recipe is the ideal way to make the most of your slow cooker and enjoy a delicious, homemade meal without a lot of effort.

This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover ham you may have from a holiday meal or simply to enjoy the savory flavors of ham in a new way. The co...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups diced cooked ham
  • 1 cup dried lentils
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 32 ounces chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 teaspoons tomato sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 11 hrs
  • Total Time: 11 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

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

    222 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 1170mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 594mg