Speedy, Spicy Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, sliced
• 5 cups water
• 1 cup dried lentils

• 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add onion; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Stir in carrot, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in remaining ingredients except salt and pepper. Bring to boil over high heat.

5. 5

   Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 25 to 30 minutes or until lentils and veggies are tender.

6. 6

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Remove bay leaves.

8. 8

   Serve with rolls.