2 tb Vegetable oil

2 Garlic cloves, minced

1 lg Onion, chopped finely

2 Celery stalks, diced

1 Carrot, sliced

1 Potato, diced

4 tb Tamari

1 ts Basil

1/2 ts Spanish Paprika

1/2 ts Cumin

1 ts Oregano

10 c Stock

3 Tomatoes, chopped

1 1/2 c Red lentils

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat & add the garlic & onions. Saute for 2 minutes. Add the celery, carrot & potatoes & saute for 8 minutes. Add the tamari & the seasonings & continue to saute gently for another 5 minutes. Add the stock, tomatoes & uncooked but washed lentils. Bring to a boil, reduce heat & cook for 1 hour. Stir frequently. The lentils should puree, cook for longer if they need to puree more to thicken the soup. "The Cookbook for People Who Love Animals"