1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves
1 garlic clove, crushed
Β½ onion, finely sliced
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
100²µ/3Β½΄Η³ϊ spinach leaves, washed
1 large tomato, chopped
100²µ/3Β½΄Η³ϊ Puy lentils
salt and freshly ground black pepper
150ml/ΒΌ pint hot chicken stock (vegetarians can substitute vegetable stock)
55g/2oz butter
1 tbsp double cream, to serve