Lentil Soup

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
4 carrots, diced
3 celery stalks, diced
1 tsp minced garlic
2 tsp oregano
2 tsp basil
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
1 can diced tomatoes
2 cups of dry lentils 
8 cups of broth (I use vegetable)

Sauté vegetables in oil until translucent. Add spices and cook for 2 more minutes. Add lentils, tomatoes and broth. Cook until lentils are tender- about 1 hour.