1 lb. smoked sausage (lg. link, sliced)
1 lb. lentils
1/2 c. onion
1/2 c. celery
1/2 c. carrots
1/8 tsp. garlic salt
2 1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1 1/2 tsp. oregano
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
8 c. water
1 (20 oz.) can tomatoes

Combine all ingredients except tomatoes. Cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer for 30 minutes. Serves 12.