Green Lentil Soup

1 c Green lentils

1 md Grated onion

3 1/2 oz Olive oil

10 oz Can tomatoes, crushed

2 tb Tomato paste

3 tb Red vinegar

1/2 ts Salt

1/2 ts Black pepper

2 tb Chopped Italian parsley

1/2 ts Basil

3 ea Garlic cloves, chopped

2 ea Bay leaves

Soak lentils. Drain, rinse & add salt. Set aside. With heat at medium, add olive oil to the pot & grated onion with parsley. Cook to a golden colour. Add 4 litres of water & lentils. Bring to a boil. Add bay leaves, garlic, basil, pepper, tomatoes & paste. Cook for 2 1/2 hours, stirring every half an hour. Check the cooking lentils & ensure

there is enough water. Before serving, add red vinegar, mix well. Check seasonings.