Indian Lentil Soup

Grrrrrgh!
Course : Indian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 8
 

Ingredients:

1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cups water
1 cup red lentils
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup diced carrot
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 piece bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 cup chopped parsley
 

Preparation:

Put first 7 ingredients in pot. Bring to a boil then add next 4 ingredients and continue simmering till lentils are soft, approx. 2 hrs. Just before serving, add the chopped parsley.