Lentil Soup Recipe

Directions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the carrots, celery, onion, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper.
3. Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add garlic, thyme, and bay leaf, and cook until vegetables begin to soften, 2-3 minutes longer.
5. Add tomatoes with their liquid, breaking them up with a large spoon.
6. Add water and lentils, and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender about 30 minutes.
8. Just before serving stir in vinegar.