Easy Dhal Soup

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 onion
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 lbs canned chopped tomatoes
1 cup red lentil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 1/4 cups coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Method
In large saucepan, warm olive oil and add garlic and onion. Saute, stirring 2-3 minutes. Add turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and cumin.
Stir in tomatoes, lentils, lemon juice, vegetable stock, coconut milk, and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Serve warm. You can garnish with lemon slices and cilantro if desired. Also good with naan bread.