Spencer'S Chili

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 c. pinto beans, presoaked
• 8 c. water
• 1 large bay leaf
• 2/3 c. chopped green pepper
• 2 c. diced yellow onion
• 2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 Tbsp. cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp. granulated garlic
• 1 tsp. basil
• 1 c. kidney beans, presoaked
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 c. lentils (dry)
• 1 c. carrot, sliced in 1/4-inch rounds
• 2 c. fresh tomatoes, chopped or 16 oz. can chopped tomatoes (reserve liquid; add if too thick)
• 1/2 tsp. oregano
• 1/4 tsp. thyme
• 1 1/2 c. corn
• 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1/3 c. sliced green onions
• 3 Tbsp. dried chives
• 5 corn tortillas, cut in wedges
• salt to taste