Lentils Esau

• 12 lb red lentil, washed and picked over
• 1 quart water
• 12 cup olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 12 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
• salt (optional)

1. Place lentils and water in a large pot.
2. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and set aside to soak for 1 hour.
4. Return pot to heat.
5. Add oil, onion, garlic and fennel.
6. Simmer gently for 35 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
7. Season with salt if desired.

red lentil, water, olive oil, onion, garlic, fennel, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/lentils-esau-422526 (may not work)