Italian lentil soup

This dish is so easy and the garlic gives it a great taste.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 12 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 6 -8  ounces dried lentils
• 8  cups water
• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 1  onion, quartered
• 1  cup  chopped celery
• 1  tablespoon tomato paste
• 4 -6  cloves garlic, peeled
• 2  bay leaves
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Rinse lentils and drain.
2. Place all ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat,cover and simmer for 2 hour.
4. Remove bay leaves and adjust salt and pepper if necessary.