Lentil Soup with seasoning

1 large onion , chopped 5 garlic cloves , crushed 2 stalks celery , chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 12 cups water 1 (16 ounce) bag dried red lentils 1/2[...]

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium onions , chopped 2 large carrots , peeled, chopped 3 garlic cloves , minced 4 teaspoons curry powder 1 (16 ounce) package[...]

3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion , chopped 2 garlic cloves , minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon[...]