Ingredients:

• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 1 1/2 cloves garlice, chopped
• 3/4 tbsp oil
• 3/4 cup red lentils, washed
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can tomatoes
• 1 can tomato paste
• 3/4 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

In a large saucepan on medium high heat, cook onion, celery and garlic in hot oil for about five minutes or until tender.

Add lentils and water. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and seasonings. Cook covered for about 15 minutes or until lentils are mushy.

Serve over cooked spaghetti.