Lentejas

Ingredients

 * 2 cups of Lentils
 * 1/2 cup of chopped celery
 * 1 small red onion cut into four quarters
 * 1 teaspoon of chopped coriander/cilantro
 * 2 large potatoes, cut into small cubes
 * 1 tablespoon of oil
 * 1/2 lb of gem Squash (auyama), cut into small cubes
 * 1/2 teaspoon of mashed garlic
 * 1 pinch of oregano
 * salt

Directions

 * 1) In a pot heat the oil, add oregano, Onion, garlic, celery and herbs. Stir.
 * 2) Add the potatoes and gem Squash.
 * 3) Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.
 * 4) Sautee at medium heat for 2 minutes.
 * 5) Add the Lentils (without the water) and stir until the Lentils are very tender.
 * 6) Add 2 cups of water and simmer at low heat until it reaches a creamy consistency. Adjust salt to taste.