Lentil Dip

½ lb. lentils                                                         

 3 cup water

5 cloves Garlic, smashed

1 onion, diced

2 lemons, zested and juiced

1 Tbl. red pepper flake

¼ cup oil

2 Tbl. fresh dill

 2Tbl. fresh parsley  

  1 cup feta cheese (optional)

Directions: In a large pot, cook onion and garlic in oil till golden brown and fragrant. Add lentils and red pepper flake, cook briefly. Add water and simmer till lentils are desired tenderness. Allow to cool slightly. In a blender or food processer combine lentils add the lemon and herbs; blend until smooth, adding more water if needed. Mix in feta cheese if desired. Serve with chips or vegetable sticks.