Spicy Lentil Stew with Killer Sausage - Fiery Foods & Barbecue Central

Ingredients

• 1/3 pound of bacon (about 5 slices), cut into 1/4-inch strips
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
• 3 large celery stalks, diced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 fresh habanero chile, stem and seeds removed, finely chopped (add more if you love it hot)
• 1 pound dry split red lentils, rinsed and cleaned
• 2 cups water
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped (or substitute 1/2 teaspoon dry)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 pound Mulay's Killer Hot Italian Sausage (or substitute the Italian sausage of your choice, though it won't be nearly as good)
• 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro