Lentil Soup

Name: Lentil Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 lb Italian sausage; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1 large carrot, chopped; 2 (21 ounce) cans chicken broth; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (with liquid); 1 cup water; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 3/4 cup dry lentils, rinsed