1 1/4 lb. spicy sausage (if links, remove from casings)
1 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped celery
1 c. chopped carrots
1 lb. lentils
6-8 c. chicken or beef stock
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. ground sage
Salt and pepper to taste

Break up and brown sausage for about 5 minutes. Add vegetables. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, 10 minutes. Put in lentils, stock, thyme and sage. Bring to boil, then simmer, uncovered for 45 minutes until lentils are soft. If too dry, add more stock or dry sherry. Salt and pepper to taste.