French Lentil Shiitake Salad  - the live and be well coach

Ingredients

• 2 cups French lentils
• 4 cups water
• 8-inch piece wakame
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 2 medium parsnips, chopped
• 8 to 10 dried shiitake mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
• 4 cloves diced garlic
• 1 bunch chopped scallion
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup dried, coarsely chopped chestnuts