Creamy Red Lentils

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed with cold water
• Cilantro stems and a bay leaf, tied together with string
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt

1. Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Add the lentils and pour in 3 1/2 cups water, then add the cilantro bundle and cumin and bring to a simmer.
4. Lower the heat and cook gently for about 45 minutes, adding a little more water if necessary.
5. When the lentils are tender and ready to serve, remove the cilantro stems and season with salt.

vegetable oil, yellow onion, garlic, ginger, red lentils, cilantro, ground cumin, salt

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/creamy-red-lentils-383607 (may not work)