Greek Lentil Soup Recipe

• 1 pound lentils
• 2 quart. cool water
• 1 med. onion, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed & chopped
• 2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 c. vegetable oil
• 1 can (1 pound 12 ounce.) Italian plum tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• Dash nutmeg

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