Hearty Lentil Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

6 c chicken broth
4 c water
1 teasp salt
1 teasp dry thyme leaves
1/2 teasp garlic herb seasoning or 1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1 meaty ham bone or smoked ham hock
1 lb lentils
2 med carrots, chops
3 ribs celery, chops
1 large onion, chops
1 c escarole, chops
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsps fresh parsley, chops

Directions:

In a large pot boil the first 12 ingredients at low temp. Cook, covered and simmer for 3/4 hr. Debone and chop the ham. Return chopped ham to the pot. Cover and continue cooking for 1 hr more. Season to taste and add the herbs.Serve