Lentil Rice Soup

• bay leaf1 large
• brown rice0.5 cup
• carrot1
• celery stalk1
• lentils1 lb
• tarragon0.5 teaspoon
• onion1 medium
• pepper0.25 teaspoon
• vegetable salt10 servings
• vegetable stock2 cups
• water8 cups

Instructions

1. 1

   Place lentils in a saucepan and cover with water; soak for a few hours or overnight.

2. 2

   Drain and add all ingredients except rice.

3. 3

   Cook over low heat, covered, about 1 hour, or till lentils are soft.

4. 4

   After 1 hour, add brown rice.

5. 5

   Cook longer, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Remove from heat.

7. 7

   With a wooden spoon, crush some of the cooked lentils to thicken soup.

8. 8

   Remove bay leaf and cloves before serving.