<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> I didnt add the noodles and it was still great!Really,Really good recipe! 1 c lentils 6 c water 1 strip wakame seaweed cut in 1/2 pieces 1 onion,diced 2 cloves garlic 1 carrot,sliced diagonal 1 parsnip,diced (i grated) (opt) 1 c.diced kale or watercress (i used kale) 2/3 c gf noodles 3 T brown rice miso I put everything in the crockpot. Layer lentils,wakame,onion,garlic, and root vegetables,greens in the crockpot.Pour in water,bring to a boil,and on high,then reduce heat on low and enjoy for evening meal.You can precook your noodles a little then add before serving.Also dissolve miso into soup just before serving.At the table I added fresh parmesan cheese and a homemade muffin of your choice. MMMMMMMM....good!!! ===== Jody ICQ#22357402 Eugene,Oregon Wheresover you go,go with all your heart. confucius