Lentil Chili

By Hklbrries

Note: This recipe called for Tasty Bite Madras Lentils "10-ounce packs" - and only states to simmer for "5 to 10 minutes." These may be pre-cooked or canned lentils - so recipe may require a longer cooking time if using packaged dry lentils.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 3 (10-ounce packs) lentils
• 1 cup canned or fresh diced tomatoes
• Dash of hot sauce, crushed red pepper or cayenne pepper (optional)
• Taco chips (if desired)
• Rice (if desired)
• Shredded cheese (if desired)

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent.

Add bell pepper and continue cooking until soft.

Add lentils, tomatoes and hot sauce, mixing until well blended. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes

Serve with taco chips or over rice. Or add shredded cheese and eat as is.