CrockPot Curried Lentils

There's something kind of summery about this stew.  Perhaps it's all the aromatic spices...or the fact that the crockpot, unlike the oven, doesn't seem to impact my apartment's climate at all.   A cool yogurt raita serves as a pleasant contrast to this earthy dish. ~enjoy 

CrockPot Curried Lentils 

16 oz dried lentils red lentils

2 cups diced tomatoes

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

2 cups chicken broth
3 cups water 
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon tikka masala spice

1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup white cooking wine  

Instructions: 

Combine all ingredients in the pot of a slow cooker. Cook on high for 4 hours hours.  Serve warm with naan (indian flatbread) or over rice.