Lentil Soup with Garam Masala

Ingredients

• 1/2 teasp cumin seeds
• 1 large onion, finely diced
• 1 inch piece of ginger root
• 1 inch piece of turmeric root
• 2 garlic cloves peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teasp garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes or 1 can
• 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed (any lentils can be used)
• 4 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt