Slow Cooker Lentil Chili

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INGREDIENTS:
1 small yellow onion, diced
1/2 green pepper, diced
3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dry lentils, rinsed
2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 can black beans, rinsed
1 can dark red kidney beans, rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can corn, drained
Chili spices: salt, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
1 ripe avocado
Sour cream
Shredded cheese

1. In a medium skillet saute onion and pepper for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with salt. Add garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Add to slow cooker. Add all other ingredients to the slow cooker. Sprinkle to your liking with salt, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. (I never measure...sorry.) Mix well. Turn setting to low. Cook for 7-8 hours on low. Serve with desired toppings.

NOTE: Sometimes instead of eating our chili with a spoon we scoop it with tortilla chips. Yum!