Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup Recipe  

2 tbsp olive oil 

1 onion chopped 

2 stalks of celery chopped 

3 cloves garlic minced 

1 can of tomato paste 

1 cup green lentils 

1 cup water 

1 quart of veggie or chicken stock 

fresh thyme  

salt and pepper to taste  

In a large dutch oven heat olive oil over medium heat and add onions and celery. Cook until golden then add the garlic. After about 1 minute add the tomato paste. Then add the lentils, water and broth. Add a few springs of fresh thyme stems (just throw them in whole and pick out the stems later). Cover and cook for about 40 minutes or until the lentils are soft. You may need to add more water if you like it less thick. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Enjoy!