Lentil Soup

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1. 1Step 1: Wash your lentils then soak them for an hour (you can skip the soaking step but then you have to boil the lentils for a longer period of time).
2. 2Step 2: In a pot over medium heat, add the olive oil, tomato paste, and onions. Stir occasionally for 3-5 minutes or till the onions welt.
3. 3Step 3: Drain the lentils, and discard the soaking water.
4. 4Step 4: Add the water to the pot, add the lentils, and bring the water to a boil.
5. 5Step 5: Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. 6Step 6: Taste a few lentils to make sure that they are cooked through. Add the tomato juice and salt then simmer for 15 more minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Take off the heat and serve with lemon juice, parsley or mint leaves.