spiced lentils w/carrots

Spiced lentils, made by Dear Friend and super tasty.   

• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic
• 4 carrots, chopped 
• 1 tsp grated garlic
• cumin, cinnamon, allspice, crushed red pepper, garam masala, etc. 
• 1 cup brown or green lentils
• 3 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1/4 c dried fruit
• 3 cup veg broth

Saute onion, garlic, ginger, and carrots in a healthy amount of olive oil.

Add spices.

Add rest of ingredients, stir, bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.