Sunday Southern Days

This is a great recipe I made in observance of the Orthodox Lenten season, where we do not consume meat for 40 days prior to Easter. This dish is a great side with broiled fish or alone and is a healthy source of fiber. 1 can petit diced tomatoes 4 c cooked lentils (cooking instructions below) 1 T dried oregano 1 T balsamic vinegar 1 small onion, diced 2 celery ribs, diced 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 c chicken or vegetable broth 1 t olive oil 1/8 t pepper 1/4 t salt If you are starting with a bag of dried lentils, follow these cooking instructions: Bring thre quarts of water in a large pot to boil. Add lentils and bring to boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover, cooking for 40 minutes. Drain lentils in a colander and gently rinse with water. Be careful not to smoosh the lentils. In a sauce pan, heat oil and saute garlic, onion and celery until cooked, about 8 minutes, stirring frequently. Add can of tomatoes (with juice), broth and lentils. Bring to boil, reduce to sim...