Lentil Soup

This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also very affordable and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over

• 6 cups vegetable broth

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the onion, carrots, celery, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the lentils and vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

5. Stir in the parsley and serve.