Lentil Soup

1 onion
2-3 cloves garlic

3 sticks celery

2 carrots

1 broccoli head

1 and a half cups dried lentils (washed)

Massel chicken stock powder

salt and pepper

In a large soup pot, lightly fry chopped onions in olive oil, until onions are translucent, add garlic, cook for a few minutes. Cut all vegetables [except broccoli] into small pieces, add to pot, together with lentils, stock cubes and seasoning. Cover with water. Bring to boil and simmer for 45 mins then add chopped broccoli.  Simmer for another 45 mins until lentils are fully cooked.