Lentil Soup with tomatoes Recipe

• 2 lbs 4 oz lentils
• 2 gal water
• 5 lbs 6 oz canned tomatoes, crushed
• 3 lbs 8 oz onions, chopped
• 2 lbs carrots, diced
• 10 oz celery with leaves, diced
• 5 Tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 4 bay leaves
• 1 1/2 tsp basil
• 1 Tbsp Mrs. Dash seasoning
• 1 tsp oregano
• 3 Tbsp, 2 tsp salt-reduced soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 cup dry sherry
• 1 cup parsley, chopped

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