1/2 c. lentils
2 c. water
1 chopped onion
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 c. parsley, chopped
2 tbsp. tomato paste
2 tbsp. fresh or 1 tsp. dried thyme
2 tbsp. olive oil
Salt to taste

Bring lentils to boil and simmer for 1 hour. Add celery, onions, carrots; simmer for 10 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes and garlic, simmer 3 more minutes. Add parsley, tomato paste, thyme and salt. Simmer 3 minutes. Stir in oil and serve. Add water if you desire it thinner. Serves 4.