French Lentils

2 cups French lentils, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed

3 carrots, cut into ovals

2 tablespoon olive oil

15 ounces stewed tomatoes

1/2 yellow onion. chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

6 cups water OR 8 cups if you do not soak your lentils

1 tablespoon dried tarragon

1/2 tea black pepper

1 teaspoon paprika

3 sprigs fresh thyme

1 tablespoons salt

3 sprigs fresh oregano

2 bay leaves

2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce

2 tablespoons miso paste, dissolved in hot water

crusty bread, for serving

Put olive oil, carrots, garlic and onions in the bottom of a crockpot.
Add herbs and spices on top.
Add the rest of the ingredients, finishing with the Lentils and water.
Cook on low 6 hours.
Serve with crusty bread.