Ingredients

• 2.50 quart(s) water, more if needed
• 1/2 pound(s) kielbasa or other smoked sausage
• 1 pound(s) lentils (about 2 1/3 cups)
• 1.50 cup(s) drained canned diced tomatoes (one 15-ounce can)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 4 teaspoon(s) dried summer savory, or 1/4 cup chopped fresh savory
• 2 tablespoon(s) cooking oil
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) fresh-ground black pepper
• 1.75 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1 bay leaf