Slow and Hearty Soup

Submerge lentils under water to remove impurities that will rise to the surface, rinse and drain.

Add lentils to the slow cooker with all the other ingredients in the order listed. Stir and cook on high for 6-7 hours. If necessary, add 250 to 500ml of extra water to achieve desired consistency.

Remove the bay leaf before serving. It may sound strange but mixing a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar through your soup gives it a tangy zing! Alternatively you could simply top it with grated parmesan cheese.