Categories: Chili, Lentils, Main Dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb dry lentils
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5 cups water
- 1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1 medium onion , chopped
- 2 stalks celery , chopped
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 3/4 cup cold water
Directions
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Boil water.
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Add salt and lentils.
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Cover and cook over low heat 30 minutes.
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Do not drain.
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Add tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, onion, celery, garlic and cold water.
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Cover and continue to cook over low heat for an additional 30 minutes, stirring once or twice.
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Turn off heat, taste for seasoning.
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I add about 1 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
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Top with shredded cheese, chopped onion and a dollop of sour cream or whatever you usually put on your favorite chili!