Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the oil and onions and saute for 5 minutes, or until onions are tender. Add the broth and bring mixture to a boil.
2. Add the lentils, sauce and seasoning. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.