Lentils with Spinach

INGREDIENTS

• 1 quart water
• 1/2 cup lentils
• 1 carrot, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/4 onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 dried bay leaf
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces spinach, stems removed, leaves washed well and torn into 1/2-inch pieces