1 lg. onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped with the leaves
1 apple, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Dash anise seed
1/2 tsp. Lite salt or less
1 c. uncooked lentils
1 tsp. curry powder (more or less to taste)
3 c. water

Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook until done, about 60 minutes. If desired serve over steamed rice. Makes four main dish servings or six side dish servings.