Italian Lentil Minestrone Soup Recipe

• 2 c. Dry lentils
• 12 c. Divided cool water
• 1 can (6 ounce) tomato paste
• 3 x Chopped celery ribs
• 1 c. Coarsely minced cabbage
• 1 c. Sliced mushrooms
• 1 x Minced onion
• 1 tsp Italian herbs Or possibly
• 1/2 tsp Dry oregano and
• 1/2 tsp Basil
• 1 tsp Garlic salt Pepper to taste Healthy pinch of warm pepper flakes
• 6 Tbsp. Grated parmesan cheese

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