Curried Lentil Soup

4 c hot water

1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes

3 med potatoes -- peeled and diced

3 med carrots -- thinly sliced

1 lg onion -- chopped

1 celery rib -- chopped

1 c dry lentils

2 cloves garlic -- minced

2 bay leaves

4 tsp curry powder

1 1/2 tsp salt -- optional

In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients; stir well. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Discard the bay leaves before serving.