Lentil Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. lentils
2 slices bacon, diced *
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped celery
1/4 c. chopped carrots
3 Tbsp. snipped parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes (2 c.)
2 Tbsp. wine vinegar

Preparation

Rinse lentils; drain and place in soup kettle.
Add 8 cups water and remaining ingredients, except tomatoes and vinegar. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
Add tomatoes (break up any large pieces) and vinegar.
Simmer, covered, 30 minutes longer. Season to taste.
Makes 8 to 10 servings.