Refried Lentils - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup dried red lentils
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1 -2 tablespoon minced garlic clove
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1/4 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup fat-free cheddar cheese (shredded)

Preparation

Throw together olive oil, lentils, onion, garlic and spices in a slow cooker or cooking pot.
Add boiling water, cover and cook until lentils are soft (20-30 minutes on stove, 30 minutes to an hour in slow cooker).
Optional: Use a hand blender or masher to mash lentils.
Stir in cheese until melted.
Serve!