Tomato Basil Lentil Stew

my friend and I whipped this up the other night, it was very tasty!

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  onion
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2  cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 (28 ounce) can  whole peeled plum tomatoes
• 1 (1 lb) package  steamed lentils (trader joe's carries this)
• 2⁄3 cup  slivered fresh basil

Directions

1. Chop the onion and fry in the oil in a soup pot until translucent.
2. Add the chicken broth and the can of tomatoes. Simmer for ~20 min until the tomatoes are breaking down.
3. Add the lentils and simmer for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the chopped basil, season to taste if desired, and serve.