Lentil Pepperoni Stew

Ingredients

• 6 cups water
• 1-1/2 cups lentils, rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/4 pound sliced turkey pepperoni, quartered
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 celery rib with leaves, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped