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Lentil Chili With Chunky Vegetables Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet on medium-high.
Step #2 Brown the ground beef & onions.
Step #3 Drain excess grease.
Step #4 Mix beef, cumin, lentils, carrots, garlic, salt, beef stock, tomatoes, salsa, chili powder, & the reserved tomato juice In a large-ish stockpot.
Step #5 Bring to a boil over med-heat/flame.
Step #6 Reduce heat & let simmer, covered, 30 mins.
Step #7 Add sliced celery.
Step #8 Cook 15 mins more, stirring every once in awhile or until lentils & vegetables are tender & flavors are well mixed.
Step #9 The chili should be thick but if it becomes too thick add extra beef stock OR tomato juice to achieve the desired consistency.
Step #10 Taste & adjust seasonings for desired level of heat.
Step #11 Different brands of chili powder vary in both heat & richness so adjustment is almost always necessary.
Step #12 Serve topped with shredded cheese.
Step #13 Garnish with sour cream & green chilis if desired.
Step #14 Pass the hot sauce at the table.
Step #15 Note:I prefer Franks for flavor without excessive fire.
Step #16 Others prefered Tropical Pepper Co.
Step #17 's Scotch Bonnet sauce for excessive fire.
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