Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_sugar'], recipe: place all ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil over med-high heat. reduce heat, cover, and simmer, for 50-60 minutes, or until vegetables are tender to your liking (best to check the celery since it is the toughest). serve garnished with a sprinkling of ground red pepper, if desired.

Target recipe: in a large soup-pot saute the onion, red bell pepper, and celery in olive oil until translucent. add ham and spices - cook 5 more minutes stirring occasionally – add a splash or water if it gets dry so as not to let the onions caramelize. to the pot add stock, lentils, and tomato and turn heat up to medium. let boil for 20 minutes. add chopped carrots and potatoes to pot and reduce heat to simmer – cook another 20 minutes. remove bay leaves and let the soup rest 15 minutes then serve with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and some nice crusty bread :).