In a pot over medium-high heat, brown the onion, carrot, celery and garlic in 1 tbsp (15 ml) of the oil. Add the lentils and mix well. Add the broth, water, tomato paste, mustard and herbs. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes or until the lentils are tender. Remove and compost the thyme and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.