Lentils Soup

• 1/2 pkg. lentils (7 oz.)
• 6 cups cold salted water (to taste)

Simmer 45 minutes.

Add:

• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 can (2 1/2 size) tomatoes
• 2 tbsp. bacon fat
• 1/2 pound hamburger
• salt and pepper to taste

Cook one hour more. Diced carrots and potatoes may be added.