Ingredients
- 2 T olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 t chili powder
- 1-2 t cumin
- 16 oz. brown lentils
- 2 14.5 oz. cans diced tomatoes
- Bay leaf
- 2 32-oz cans chicken stock
- Fresh cilantro
Preparation
- Sautee onions, peppers, and olive oil until brown
- Stir in garlic and spices; cook for ~1 min
- Add remaining ingredients
- Boil, then simmer ~30 min – until lentils are soft
- Puree ~3 c chili for thickness; add back to bowl
- Serve with cheese, sour cream, chips as desired
- Garnish with fresh cilantro to taste

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