Patrick's New Year Lentil Chili

Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 lb dry lentils
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 carrots, finely diced
• 2 celery ribs, finely diced
• 1 -2 garlic clove, finely diced
• 3 sprigs cilantro, diced
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken stock
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet chili seasoning mix or 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet about 3 tbs. chili powder
• red pepper flakes (optional)
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 in a large saucepan, combine the onions, carrots, celery, garlic and cilantro. cover and allow to sweat for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
• 2 add chicken stock and lentils. cover and bring mixture to a boil.
• 3 reduce heat to medium. add chili seasoning, a sprinkle of crushed pepper, and salt and pepper to taste. cover and bring to a slow boil.
• 4 reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
• 5 serve with shredded cheddar cheese, a sprinkle of green scallions and a dollop of sour cream, or whatever you usually enjoy on your chili. bon appetit!