Ingredients

Instructions

  1. First discard any unidentified objects from your lentils and then rinse.
  2. In a large pot on medium high heat, you will add the olive oil, your onions and carrots. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until onions turn translucent.
  3. Add the potato and tomatoes and sauté until the tomato releases some juices.
  4. Next add the bay leaves and lentils. Stir and coat lentils with the juices. Add some more salt.
  5. Next add the tomato sauce (if you want the soup to have some body), garlic slices, and water. Make sure to completely submerge your lentils in the water.
  6. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium. Let it simmer covered for an hour and a half to 2 hours. Stir and season occasionally.
  7. Also make sure to add more water if necessary as you are cooking, especially if the lentils thicken too soon.
  8. Eat to the thickness of your liking.
  9. A perfect condiment is a splash of vinegar and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.