A favorite from the northwest. Spicy sausage, and garden fresh veggies will make this dinner disappear fast Great topped with sour cream. Serves 67You Will Need1 cup carrots, chopped6 ozs. smoked turkey sausage, quartered and sliced1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth1/2 tsp. salt (or to your taste)4 cups water1/4 cup spinach, fresh or frozen, chopped (optional)Directions:1. Layer carrots evenly across the bottom of your slow cooker2. Layer sausage evenly over the carrots.3. Sort through and wash the lentils. Spread lentils across carrots and sausage.4. Add the chicken broth.5. Sprinkle the salt and contents of spice packet (included) evenly over the top of layered ingredients. Tuck the bay leaf down into the vegetables. 6. Pour the water over everything. DO NOT STIR.7. Place lid securely on your slow cooker. 8. Turn on your slow cooker. Cook this mouthwatering stew on HIGH for 2 1/2 3 hours or on LOW for 3 1/2 4 hours. 9. 15 minutes before serving add the spinach. Stir into stew and replace lid. Cook on Low to complete.10. Locate and discard bay leaf before serving. Soup will thicken as it cools.Vegetarian version: Replace turkey sausage with soy based sausage and chicken broth with vegetable broth or water. DeliciousServing Suggestion: Top this hearty stew with sour cream and chives. Serve with a fresh garden salad and fresh baked crusty bread. Enjoy