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LENTIL SOUP

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup THRIVE Chopped Onions

1/4 cup olive oil

1/3 cup THRIVE Carrot Dices

1/3 cup THRIVE Celery

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 1/2 tsp. THRIVE Salt

1 bay leaf

1 tsp. dried basil

1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

2 cups THRIVE Lentils (dry)

8 cups water

2 Tbs. vinegar

Salt to taste

Ground black pepper to taste

Grated cheddar cheese (optional)

PREPARATION:

In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; cook and stir until onion is tender. Stir in garlic, bay leaf, oregano, salt, and basil; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the Lentils and add water and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for at least 1 hour. When ready to serve stir in vinegar, and season to taste with salt and pepper, and more vinegar if desired. Dish soup into individual bowls and sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese, if desired.