1 lb. lentils, presoaked
5 or 6 c. water
2 smoked ham hocks
1 medium onion
5 carrots, cut up
5 stalks celery, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1 lb. can stewed tomatoes
2 tbsp. wine vinegar

Soak lentils overnight. Next morning, add all other ingredients and cook in crock-pot on low for 8 to 10 hours or 5 to 6 hours on high. Before serving, salt, and pepper to taste. This is good served with garlic bread.