Lentil Leek Soup

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

• 1 cup dry lentils, washed and sorted
• 3 leeks, washed carefully and chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped finely
• 1 tablespoon vegetable broth mix
• 6 cups water (or 6 cups vegetable broth)
• 3 bay leaves

Directions:

Place lentils and water or stock into a large heavy pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 30 minutes. Then add the rest of the ingredients, bring to a boil again, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve!

Serves: 4.

Preparation time: 50 minutes.