½cupRoasted sweet red pepperjarred, diced and drained
2teaspoondried basil
1 ½teaspoonsdried oregano
1/8teaspoonBlack pepperfreshly ground
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoongarlic powder
½cupfrozen corn
½cupdry red lentils
Instructions
1. In a large stockpot, combine all ingredients except fresh basil leaves; stir to mix. Cover pot and bring to a boil over high heat, then lower heat to maintain a simmer for 10 minutes. Lentils should be cooked through.
2. Ladle soup into bowls and serve immediately with warmed whole wheat bread. Garnish with basil, if desired.