Lentil Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Cover lentils with water and let soak overnight.
2. 2
   In morning, pour off and measure water, adding enough to make 6 cups if necessary.
3. 3
   Combine all ingredients in kettle.
4. 4
   Cover and simmer 2 hours or until lentils are soft.
5. 5
   Remove ham bone.
6. 6
   Add additional seasonings if desired.
7. 7
   Serve with croutons, crackers.
8. 8
   If soup is too thick, thin with milk, bouillon cube dissolved in water, or vegetable stock. If too thin, thicken slightly with flour and water paste.