Lentil Stew

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 c. water
• 1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes (undrained), chopped
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 1 c. dry lentils, soaked and drained
• 2 carrots, cleaned and chopped
• 1/2 c. fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, cleaned and chopped
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/4 c. dry sherry (optional)
• 1/4 c. pearled barley
• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper