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Lentil and Spinach Soup

A hearty soup full of lentils and spinach -- both great sources of folic acid!

1 onion, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 cups dried lentils
2 cups fresh spinach, rinsed and chopped, or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen, thawed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 bay leaf
9 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
directions
Heat the oil in a large soup pot. Add the onions, carrot and celery. Cook until soft, then stir in the garlic, oregano, basil, bay leaf. Cook about 1 minutes. Add the lentils, water, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer about 1 hour. Add spinach and cook until just wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

suggestions
For a heartier soup, add 2 cups sliced smoked sausage.