Greek Style Lentils - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb lentils
1 large onion, chopped
4 -5 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 -2 bay leaf
16 ounces no-salt tomatoes
3 ounces no-salt tomato paste
fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup vinegar (or to taste)
1/4 - 1/2 cup red wine (optional)

Preparation

Wash and sort lentils. Put them and 2 qts. water over medium heat.
When they begin to simmer, add everything else.
Continue to simmer, uncovered, until they are cooked and sauce is thickened, about 30 minutes.