Ingredients

  • 5 c. chicken broth (canned)
  • 3 c. water
  • 1 1/2 c. lentils
  • 2 lb. can crushed tomatoes
  • 3 carrots, cut up
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. basil
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 c. minced parsley
  • 2 Tbsp. vinegar
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • In a heavy pot combine broth, water, lentils, tomatoes, carrots, onion, celery, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme and bay leaf.
  • Bring to boil and simmer covered for two hours.
  • Stir in parsley, vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Discard bay leaf. Thin soup, if desired, with water or chicken broth.