Barry's Favorite Lentil Soup Recipe

• 2 carrots, sliced thin
• 1 sm. green pepper, diced or possibly sliced thin
• 1 sm. onion, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound lentils
• 1 quart. water (4 c.)
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 c. beef stock (use bouillon cubes for ease)
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 2 tbsp. vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper
• 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Optional: 3/4 pound lamb cut in cubes
• Garnish: Lowfat sour cream

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