4 tbsp. oil
1 1/4 c. lentils
4 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tsp. salt
Dash pepper
1 1/2 c. rice
3/4 c. tomato paste
3 c. tomato juice or sauce
1 green pepper, chopped
Chopped celery leaves
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
3 sliced onions
4 cloves minced garlic

In a heavy saucepan, heat oil, then add lentils. Brown over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring often. Add 3 cups boiling water (keep cover handy to prevent splattering), 1 teaspoon salt and a dash of pepper. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes. Add rice and 1 cup boiling water. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 25 minutes without stirring.

In a saucepan combine tomato paste, juice, pepper, celery leaves and spices. bring to boil, then simmer until rice is done. Saute onions and garlic in 2 tablespoons oil until slightly brown. Serve rice and lentils in large bowl, topped with sauce and onions. This is a great, nutritionally balanced, meatless meal.