1 cup dried lentils
4 to 5 cups water
1 med. onion, chopped
1 green or red pepper, chopped
3 cups tomatoes, canned or chopped fresh
2 cups corn, fresh or frozen
1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. basil
4 tsp. tamari (Japanese soy sauce)
Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling

Wash lentils. Cook in water 30 to 40 minutes. Add vegetables, herbs and tamari. Simmer 20 minutes. Season with salt if desired. Sprinkle Parmesan on individual servings.

Serves 6.