Hearty Cold Weather Yumminess

Lentils are high in protein and cause less gas compared to other legumes.

Ingredients:

► 2 diced onions

► 5 cloves of chopped garlic

► 2 cups of chopped celery

► 2 cups of chopped carrots

► 1 cup of chopped green onions

► 1 bunch of finely cut kale

► 3 tbsp butter

► 3 tbsp olive oil

► 4 strips of bacon cut into small pieces

► 1 pound of green lentils

► 1 12oz. can of tomato sauce

► 64 oz. chicken broth

► 1 tbsp salt

Directions:

► Caramelize the onions and garlic with the butter first.

► Add all rest of the ingredients.

► Simmer 2 hours.

Serve topped with grated Parmesan.

Enjoy!