Greek Lentil Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. lentils
2 qt. cold water
1 medium-sized onion, chopped (1/2 c.)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 (1 lb. 12 oz.) can Italian plum tomatoes
2 bay leaves

Preparation

Wash lentils; drain well.
Combine with water, onion, garlic, salt, pepper and oil in a large kettle; bring to boiling.
Add tomatoes and bay leaves.
Lower heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Serve with lemon juice or wine vinegar if you wish.