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    "1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed and drained",
    "1 onion, diced",
    "2 cloves garlic, minced",
    "1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained",
    "4 cups vegetable broth",
    "2 cups fresh spinach leaves",
    "1 teaspoon dried thyme",
    "1 teaspoon dried oregano",
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      "text": "In the crockpot, combine the dried lentils, diced onion, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients."
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      "text": "Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the lentils are tender and the flavors have melded together."
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      "text": "Just before serving, stir in the fresh spinach leaves until wilted."
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      "text": "To serve, ladle the Crockpot Lentil Soup with Spinach and Tomatoes into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal."
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