Add all ingredients to a dutch oven or large pot, stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium high heat then reduce to low heat. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until lentils are tender.
Serve over cooked spaghetti topped with cheese, onions and crackers.
There is absolutely no point in adding any spices with that amount of cayenne. I like spicy, but there is literally no other flavor to this dish other than spicy/bitter. What a giant waste.
Alright, so I have salvaged it by adding additional broth and another can of tomato puree, as well as some more cocoa powder, cinnamon, and a little bit of sugar. It's not quite like the regular Cincinnati style chili I have had, but it's ok. I would advise cutting back significantly on the cayenne, or substituting part of it for crushed red pepper flakes.
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