1/4 c. oil
1/4 c. garlic, minced
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped red pepper
1 c. minced celery
1 c. minced carrot
1 (16 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
7 c. water
2 lg. vegetable bouillon cubes (Knorr)
1 lb. lentils, dry
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. sweet paprika

Saute onion and garlic in oil until soft. Add pepper, celery and carrot. Cover pan over low heat. Cook until soft while stirring to prevent sticking. Add all other ingredients. Bring to a boil. Simmer 2 hours.

Note: Can substitute 4 chicken bouillon cubes for the 2 Knorr brand cubes.