Smoky Lentil Chili

Bring a large Dutch Oven to medium high heat. Add in olive oil and red onions. Saute until onions are translucent, stirring occasionally. About 2-3 minutes.

Add in the garlic and chipotle chilis. Stir and saute for 2 minutes.

Next add in the ground beef, cook until the beef is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Chopping up the beef to smaller pieces throughout the cooking process.

Next add in the red pepper, green pepper, carrots, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, oregano, cinnamon, and tomato paste.

Stir and cook for about 3-4 minutes. Then add in your diced tomatoes, water, and lime juice. Stir, cover, and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, add in the lentils, black beans, kidney beans, and corn. Stir, reduce to simmer. Cover the chili and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Serve