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An excellent way to prepare simple lentils. Serve garnished with additional cheese.

• 1 pound lentils, rinsed and picked over
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups canned tomatoes, chopped, with liquid
• 2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 large carrots, sliced
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
• 1 dried bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground marjoram
• 1/8 teaspoon sage
• 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
• 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Combine everything except for the cheese in a crockpot and cook on high for 2 ½-3 hours. Stir in the cheese until it is melted and serve.

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