Lentil Sloppy Joes



Makes 4 cups

Ingredients

  • 1c dried brown or green lentils
  • 1 1/2c veggie broth
  • 1 15oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1/4c +1T tomato paste
  • 1 onion, chopped fine
  • 1/2 red or green bell pepper, chopped fine
  • 1T apple cider vinegar
  • 1T minced garlic
  • 1 1/2t oregano
  • 1 1/2t smoked paprika
  • 2t dried parsley
  • 1T chili powder
  • 1t kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • cayenne pepper to taste

Directions

Stir all ingredients together right in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 7-8 hours. Check for consistency, it might be necessary to take the lid off for the last 30 minutes or so.