Seasoned Mashed Lentils

Seasoned Mashed Lentils

Ingredients:
lentils, raw
oil, olive, salad or cooking
salt, table
spices, pepper, black
spices, onion powder
spices, garlic powder

Directions:
Place dried lentils, and enough water to cover them, in a small saucepan.
Bring to a boil; then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until very soft and well cooked--stirring occasionally, and adding water as needed.
Remove from heat.
Mash lentils with a potato masher or fork; then add olive oil, salt, freshly ground black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder, and mix well.
Cover pan and let sit for about five minutes before serving.