How To make Sweet and Sour Lentil Stew

1/3 Cup brown rice

uncooked
1 Cup lentils :

uncooked
4 Cups water
1 onion

chopped or sliced
1 carrot :

chopped or sliced
2 potatoes

chopped
1 green pepper :

chopped
1 Cup tomatoes

chopped
1 clove garlic :

crushed, or more
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 Tablespoon tamari
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 Tablespoon molasses
1 Tablespoon cider vinegar
Put lentils, rice, and water in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Add onions, carrots, and potatoes. Simmer 30 minutes more. Add green pepper, tomatoes, and seasonings. Cook an additional 30 minutes. Serve hot.