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If you will be using meat on your nachos, pre cook your ground meat (beef, chicken, turkey, or pork) in a pan until browned and set aside.
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Inspect your lentils prior to rinsing, removing any that are black or opened.
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Rinse with cold water and let drain while you prepare the rest.
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In a pot heat the bacon fat and brown the onion on medium heat.
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Add in the carrots.
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Stir occasionally for the next 8 minutes or so.
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Next add in the tomatoes and garlic (or you could add with the carrots if you like a less garlicky flavor).
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Stir in the lentils and add enough water to just cover everything (about 2 small cans worth).
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Simmer for approximately 25 minutes.
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To assemble take an oven proof dish and cover the bottom with multi grain tortilla chips.
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Using a slotted spoon (in case there is a bit of excess liquid) dollop the lentil mixture over all of the chips, add your ground meat (if you are using it), red bell peppers and cheese.
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Add another layer of chips and start again.
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Heat in a preheated 425 F oven for about 5-8 minutes to melt the cheese.
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Serve with sour cream and green onions forgoing the salsa because you really dont need it!
