Greek Style Lentils

This is from "Heal Your Heart", the Rice Diet book. I haven't made it yet.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 1  lb lentils
• 1  large onion, chopped
• 4 -5  large garlic cloves, minced
• 1  tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 -2  bay leaf
• 16  ounces  no-salt tomatoes
• 3  ounces  no-salt tomato paste
•  fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup vinegar (or to taste)
• 1⁄4-1⁄2 cup red wine (optional)

Directions

1. Wash and sort lentils. Put them and 2 qts. water over medium heat.
2. When they begin to simmer, add everything else.
3. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until they are cooked and sauce is thickened, about 30 minutes.