Garlic Romain Salad

Dressing
3 T. lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
1/2 c. olive oil

Refridge at least 3 hours

Salad
2 heads romaine lettuce
1/4 - 1/2 lb. bacon, crumbled
2/3 c. slivered almonds, toasted
1 c. grated swiss cheese
1/3 c. fresh parmesan
1 c. croutons
2 c. halved cherry tomatoes

Middle Eastern Lentil Soup

2 c. lentils
6c. water
1/2 onion
5-6 garlic cloves
1 tbsp cumin
1 tsp nutmeg or Arabic all spice
1/2 salt or to taste
1/8 c. olive oil
lemon to taste

Rinse lentils
Cook lentils as  you would rice or until soft, 45-60 minutes.
Add spices, oil and vegs when lentils are 75% done.
Add lemon to taste when fully cooked

Enjoy with pita or bread.  OK to freeze too.