Anonymous August 17 2005

1 cup lentils, cleaned and rinsed

1 Tbsp oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 onion\\\\cooked, finely chopped

1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp. Cajun seasoning

1 red bell pepper\\\\cooked, seeded and finely diced

1/4 lb. mushrooms\\\\cooked, sliced

1 large tomato\\\\cooked, cubed

1/2 cup parsley

1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped

Bring lentils to a boil in a saucepan with enough water to come approximately 3/4 inch above the lentils. Reduce heat to medium and

cook 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are soft, adding more water if

necessary. Strain lentils and set aside. Heat oil in a heavy

saucepan over a medium high heat. Saute garlic, onion and Cajun

seasoning 4-5 minutes until onion is softened. Add bell pepper,

mushrooms and lentils. Cook 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in tomatoes and fresh herbs and serve.