Lentil Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. or 1 lb. lentils, soaked in cold water, washed and drained
1 small onion, minced
1 thin slice garlic
1/2 c. margarine
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 qt. cold water

Preparation

Saute margarine with onion, celery and garlic.
Add parsley, salt and pepper.
Add water and simmer for 2 hours.
Add 1/2 pound ham shank, if desired.