The Krazy Kyles

2 Garlic Cloves, minced
4 T Olive Oil
10 cups Water
2.5 cups Lentils, dry
2 cups Onions, chopped
1 cup Celery, chopped
2 cups Carrots, diced
3 T Tomato Paste
2 Bay Leaves
2.5 t Salt
1/4 t Celery Seeds, ground
3/4 t Oregano
1/4 t Savory
2 T Lemon Juice
2 cans Tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup Parsley, chopped finely

In a small skillet, briefly saute gallic in olive oil. Set aside. In pot, bring lentils and water to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and simmer of 20 minutes until lentils are half cooked. Then add next nine ingredients. Simmer all together covered for 30 more minutes. Add lemon juice and parsely just before serving.

Yield: 10 cups (A normal serving is between 1.5 and 2 cups)

Taken from the Country Life Vegetarian Cookbook