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											| What You Need: |  
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		1 pound lentils
		2 quarts water
		1 cup chopped onions
		2 stalks celery, chopped
		1 carrot, chopped
		2 teaspoons minced garlic
		½ cup olive oil
		1 tablespoon tomato paste
		¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
		Bay leaf
		Salt to taste
		3 tablespoons wine vinegar or lemon juice
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									| How To Cook: |  
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	1. Rinse lentils in cold water in colander; drain. Saute vegetables and garlic in olive oil for 2 to 3 minutes, until wilted.
  
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	2. Add lentils and water along with tomato paste, parsley, and bay leaf.
  
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	3. Bring to a boil and simmer covered 45 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  
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	4. In last 15 minutes of cooking add a big pinch of salt. Stir in vinegar before serving.
  
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	VARIATION:
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	1. One-half teaspoon oregano and ½ cup cooked tomatoes can be added just before soup is served.
  
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