Lentil Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. dry lentils
2 slices bacon, diced
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped celery
1/4 c. chopped carrot
3 Tbsp. parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, diced
2 Tbsp. vinegar

Preparation

Rinse and drain lentils.
Place in large kettle with 8 cups water.
Add remaining ingredients except tomatoes and vinegar. Cover; simmer 1 1/2 hours.
Add tomatoes and vinegar.
Simmer, covered, 30 minutes longer.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Serves 8 to 10.