Method

1. Peel and chop the onion and garlic.
2. Wash, peel and chop the celery, carrots and leeks.
3. Chop the tomatoes.
4. Heat the oil and gently fry the chopped garlic, onion, celery, carrot and leek until softened.
5. Add the chilli powder and stir in the lentils.
6. Stir in the tomatoes.
7. Pour the stock over the vegetables.
8. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the lentils are tender.
9. Add the parsley.
10. Blend if desired.
11. Serve and enjoy.