Lentil-Rice Dish

2 cups rice white and brown mixed
4 1/2 cup water
1 cup lentils
2 tbsp olive oil
2 medium chopped onions
1 tsp garlic
1 tsp salt and pepper
1 tsp cinnamon.

Heat oil in pan, add garlic, chopped onion and sauteè.  Add water and lentils, salt, pepper, cinnamon, let cook for about 10-15 minutes, add rice and cook 20 minutes more.  Serve.

Winter Soup (10 portions)

4 oz lentils
4 oz oatmeal
8 oz potatoes
4 oz onions
4 oz carrots
4 pints water
salt and pepper

Bring the water to a vigorous boil, and all ingredients and stir well till thick.  Pull to the side of the frire and simmer very gently for one hour.  Serve without straining.  If too thick, some scalded milk may be added.