Lentil Chili – Rocky Mountain Analytical

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 (16 oz.) bag of brown lentils
• 2 (14.5 oz.) cans no-salt diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 (32 oz.) cartons low-sodium vegetable stock
• 1/3 cup fresh chopped cilantro
• Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper
• Optional toppings: Sour cream, cheddar cheese, croutons, tortilla chips, avocado