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  "recipeCuisine": "European",
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  "recipeIngredient": [
    "1 tablespoon olive oil",
    "1 onion, diced",
    "2 cloves garlic, minced",
    "2 carrots, diced",
    "2 stalks celery, diced",
    "1 bell pepper, diced",
    "1 cup dry lentils, rinsed and drained",
    "1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes",
    "4 cups vegetable broth",
    "2 tablespoons tomato paste",
    "2 teaspoons chili powder",
    "1 teaspoon ground cumin",
    "1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika",
    "Salt and pepper to taste",
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      "text": "In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant."
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      "text": "Add diced carrots, diced celery, and diced bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender."
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      "text": "Stir in rinsed and drained lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil."
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      "text": "Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the lentils are tender and the chili has thickened."
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      "text": "Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or spices as needed."
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      "text": "Serve the Vegetarian Lentil and Vegetable Chili hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, or sliced green onions."
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    "sodiumContent": "580mg",
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