Slow Cooker Lentil Bolognese - Chop Happy

Ingredients

• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 carrots (chopped)
• 2 celery stalks (chopped)
• 2 cups lentils (uncooked)
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup red wine (favorite kind)
• 10 basil leaves hand torn
• 1 handful parsley (chopped)