Ecuadorian Lentils

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp canola oil
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 3 tomatoes or a can of diced tomatoes (I like to use fresh in this recipe)
• 2 tsp cumin
• 4 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 1 lb (2 1/4 cup) lentils
• 1 red onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (I like orange or yellow best in this recipe)
• 6 garlic cloves, crushed or finely chopped
• 3 tsp salt
• 7 cups water

Directions:

1. Heat the oil on medium heat in large sauce pan
2. Add turmeric, onion, bell pepper, tomato, garlic, cumin, salt and 2 tbsp of cilantro
3. Cook stirring occasionally until all ingredients have softened, about 5 minutes
4. Add water and increase heat to bring water to boil.
5. more: http://www.themotherhuddle.com/ecuadorian-lentils/