1 large onion, diced3 large carrots, diced
2 ribs celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, finely diced
salt
pepper
italian herb seasoning
bay leaf
stock cube (optional, or chicken/vegetable stock can be used as the liquid instead of water)
saute together until translucent.
add to the pot:
1/2 large can (or 1 small can) crushed tomatoes
1/2 can chick peas
1/2 box spinach, defrosted
3/4 c red lentils
cover with water (or stock, see note above), and bring to a boil. cover and simmer for 2-3 hours.
Note: the remaining tomatoes, chick peas, and spinach can be simmered together for 30 minutes with some italian herbs to create a quick pasta sauce!
