In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except tomatoes, olives, cheese and pita bread.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours.
Stir in tomatoes and olives.
Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 15 minutes longer.
Sprinkle each serving with cheese.
If desired, serve with toasted wedges of pita bread.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
If you’ve never tried the whole grain goodness of bulgur, this is a great recipe to start with. This nutritious food has a chewy, nutty texture that is a nice complement to the lentils.