1 1/2 c. lentils
6 c. cold water
2 stalks celery
1 med. onion
2 sm. carrots
1 clove garlic
1 cube beef bouillon
Salt and pepper to taste

Wash lentils in cold water; sort and drain. Place in a kettle with 6 cups water and salt. Then cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add sliced vegetables, beef bouillon and pepper and garlic. Simmer until vegetables are cooked.