Lentil Stew

1 Tbsp Olive Oil
1.25 c chopped onion
1 c chopped celery
1 c chopped carrot
1 garlic clove, minced
4 c Chicken or Vegetable Broth
1 c water
1 28oz can crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 c dried lentils
Crushed red pepper, salt and pepper to taste

Hot, cooked brown rice

1. Cook onion, celery, carrot and garlic in hot oil until tender and fragrant.
2. Add broth water and tomatoes and bring to a boil.
3. Stir in lentils and simmer 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in seasonings.
5. Serve over rice.