Easiest Lentil Soup of All Time

This could probably be sold in a jar as "Insta-Lentil Goodness: Add Water and Boil." I think it would cost $3. Any variety of spices can be used...sometimes I'm lazy and just buy a can of diced tomatoes that is already flavored with Italian spices or Zesty Chili flavor, or whatever. I also throw in a tablespoon of cumin and/or chili powder from time to time. Sometimes I don't add any spices and enjoy the simple flavors by themselves.

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  cups green lentils
• 8  cups water or 8  cups vegetable broth
• 2  garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 2  cups tiny pasta, cooked al dente
• 1  tablespoon dried parsley
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  crushed thyme
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  crushed rosemary
• 1⁄2 teaspoon basil
•  salt
•  pepper

Directions

1. In large pot, combine lentils and water (or broth) and cook covered until tender (about 40 minutes).
2. Stir in garlic, tomatoes, parsley, thyme, rosemary, and basil.
3. Let simmer, covered, another 20 minutes.
4. Salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add cooked pasta.
6. Stir and serve.