2 c. lentils
8 c. water
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped celery
1/4 c. chopped carrots
3 tbsp. parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. oregano custard
2 c. tomatoes

Place all ingredients except tomatoes in a soup kettle. Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours. Add tomatoes, break up any large pieces. Simmer, covered 30 minutes longer. Season to taste if desired. Serves 10.