Lentil Apricot Soup (Byzantine Style): An All Creatures American International Vegetarian Vegan Reci

Ingredients

• 2 Cups Lentils, brown, dried
• 6 Cups (1-1/2 Qt.) Water
• 1 Lemon, whole, seeded
• 1 Carrot, large
• 1 Celery Rib, large
• I Onion, small
• 2 or 3 Parsley Sprigs
• μTsp. Rosemary, dried
• 2 Cups Water (divided)
• 1 Cup Apricots, dried, chopped
• 2 Potatoes, large, chopped
• 2 Onions, medium, diced
• Cayenne Pepper or Hot Red Pepper Sauce, to taste