1 c Green lentils 1 md Grated onion 3 1/2 oz Olive oil 10 oz Can tomatoes, crushed 2 tb Tomato paste 3 tb Red vinegar 1/2 ts Salt 1/2 ts Black pepper 2 tb Chopped Italian parsley 1/2 ts Basil 3 ea Garlic cloves, chopped 2 ea Bay leaves Soak lentils. Drain, rinse & add salt. Set aside. With heat at medium, add olive oil to the pot & grated onion with parsley. Cook to a golden colour. Add 4 litres of water & lentils. Bring to a boil. Add bay leaves, garlic, basil, pepper, tomatoes & paste. Cook for 2 1/2 hours, stirring every half an hour. Check the cooking lentils & ensure there is enough water. Before serving, add red vinegar, mix well. Check seasonings.