Cincinnati Lentils

Ingredients

1 cup dry lentils(plus 2 1/2 cups water, or 1 15.5 ounce can lentils plus 3/4 cup water)

1 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with mild green chilies

3 chicken bouillon cubes(1 if using canned lentils)

1 bay leaf

1 teaspoon cocoa

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1 clove garlic

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon allspice

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon cayenne(or to taste)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

1 medium onion, diced

1 green pepper, diced

1 stalk celery, diced

4 cups cooked basmati rice

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 cup diced onion

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