Lentil Soup

1: Rinse the red lentils and set them aside.

2: Finely chop the onion and garlic.

3: In a pot, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.

4: Add the red lentils and cover with water.

5: Stir in the pepper paste, veg stock cube, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.

6: Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

7: Adjust seasoning to taste and serve garnished with fresh parsley.