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1 lb. Smoked sausage, sliced
1 lb. Dried lentils, rinsed and drained
1 cup Ham, diced
1 Medium onion, chopped
1 Small green pepper, chopped
1 Medium carrot, chopped
2 Garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp Thyme
1/4 tsp Pepper
1/4 tsp Cumin
1 Bay leaf
2 cans (14.5 oz. each) beef broth
2 cups Spinach, coarsely chopped
Combine all ingredients except for the spinach in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until lentils are tender. Add spinach and cover. Let stand 5-10 minutes or until spinach wilts. Remove and discard bay leaf.
Serve with crusty bread and tossed salad.
Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes Ingredients: Pork Bean & Legume Vegetables Actual Cooking Time: More than 2 hours Number of Servings: More than 10 Special Features: Crock Pot Meal Type: Entree