Spiced Lentil Broth

Ingredients

• 1 pint soaked lentils
• 1 pint water
• 2 ounces butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cloves
• 6 peppercorns
• A very small piece of mace
• Pepper to taste

Method

1. 1 Dissolve butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2 Add lentils, water, cloves, peppercorns, and mace. Bring to a boil.
3. 3 Boil for 30 minutes, skimming off any scum that rises to the surface.
4. 4 Add salt and pepper, then boil for another 30 minutes.
5. 5 Strain the liquid carefully and serve hot with toast or bread.