1cupeach onionscelery + carrots, everything small dice
2bay leafs
1tspdried thyme
1+ 1/4 cups french lentils
⅔cupblack rice
9cupsvegetable stock
2Tblstomato paste
1TblsChipotle in adobo sauce chopped
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large stock pot heat olive oil, add garlic and stir around for a minute or two, lightly browning , Next add onions ,celery + carrots, cooking gently for about 10 to 15 minutes covered, stir occasionally. Now add the rest of your ingredients, bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer and cook at least 45 minutes. You may want to add more liquid if desired.