3 or 4 bay leaves
1 lb. lentils
1 can stewed tomatoes
2 qts. water
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 c. olive oil
5 oz. can tomato paste
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. seasoning salt
1 1/2 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. dill weed

Combine first 8 ingredients and simmer 1 hour (stir occasionally). Add remaining seasonings just before serving. Serve with dollop of sour cream or cottage cheese.