Crock Pot Lentils & Quinoa

Miss_Elaine's Note:

This is a modified version/ compilation of several Lentil Soup recipes. The slow cooker makes it an easy busy-day recipe.

• Total Time: 9 hrs 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 9 hrs

Ingredients:

Serves: 8-10

Yield: 2.0 quarts

• 4 cups vegetable stock (or prepared bullion)
• ½ cup lentils , soaked overnight
• 1⁄3; cup quinoa , rinsed (and toasted, if desired)
• 1 small onion , diced
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• 2 carrots , diced
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients to 2-4 quart slow cooker, and cook 9 hrs on Low setting (or 4-5 hrs on High).
2. Optional: Remove 1-2 C of prepared mixture, blend with food processor until smooth, and stir back into crock.
3. Serve with crusty bread.

Reviews

[Mikekey]

Pretty darn easy and very good! I made exactly as written. I used black quinoa. Very satisfying. I skipped the pureeing option.