Who's a Vegan Now?! Chili

Ex-Pat Mama's Note:

A spicy flavorful completely vegan chili. This recipe is gluten-free and sugar-free as well which makes it appropriate for the 21 day Quantum Wellness Cleanse

• Total Time: 9 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 9 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 chili peppers, minced
• 1 large bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 portobello mushroom, optional I just happened to have one in the fridge
• 2 carrots, grated
• 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans
• 1 (11 ounce) can corn
• 1/4 cup brown rice, uncooked but rinsed well
• 1/4 cup lentils, uncooked but rinsed well
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup vegetable juice, like V8 or 1 cup plain tomato, whatever
• 1 tablespoon salt

Directions:

1. Place the onion, jalapeños and bell pepper in a large frying pan with the olive oil. Sauté until slightly browned. Add in all the remaining vegetables and cook through. Pour into a crock-pot or other slow cooker.
2. Add all remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir thoroughly.
3. Cook on low for 9 hours.