LENTIL SOUP 4
1/2 onion, chopped
1 tbsp. butter
2 qts. cold water
2 c. (1 lb. pkg.) dry lentils
1 to 2 celery stalks with leaves,
chopped
2 to 3 potatoes, grated
1 tsp. basil
1 c. tomatoes
1 tsp. salt
Brown onion in butter. Add cold water and dry lentils. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for about 2 hours. Add several sliced carrots, celery stalks with leaves, potatoes, basil, tomatoes and salt. Continue simmering with cover on until vegetables are tender. Serve with grated cheese on top if desired.