Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 3 c. vegetable broth
  • 8 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 8 oz. brown lentils (rinsed)
  • 8 oz. whole wheat spaghetti (cooked)
  • Chopped onion ((vegan) cheese, and/or crackers for garnish)

Instruction

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook 3 minutes, or until softened, stirring often. Add chili powder through paprika; stir to coat and cook 1 minute.
  • Add vinegar, broth, tomato sauce, and lentils. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer partially covered for 30 minutes (or until lentils are tender), stirring frequently. Serve over whole wheat spaghetti and garnish with onion, cheese, and crackers.