Lentil Soup
This is a variation of a recipe published by Southern Living
1 ½ cups dried lentils
1 bouillon cube (vegetable bouillon works fine)
1 (160z) can whole tomatoes
1 large onion diced
1 carrot diced
4 medium potatoes cubed
1 bay leaf
1 clove garlic crushed
6 cups water
Combine all ingredients in a large pot, bring to a boil, reduce to simmer and cover. Cook 1 ½ hours. Remove bay leaf and add salt and pepper to taste. Add more vegetables if you prefer a thicker soup (this is a nice hearty one with extra vegetables. It freezes well.)