Smoky Lentil Stuffing - Oryana

Ingredients

• 2 tsp. of loose tea steeped in 1 quart of simmering water for 10 minutes
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 cups rye bread crumbs or gluten-free bread crumbs
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 3 stalks celery, diced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped thyme
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• lentils
• 3 cups liquid