Lentil and Chorizo Soup

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3 to 4 dried ancho chiles, wiped clean, stemmed and seeded

1 cup water

4 thick slices bacon, cut into strips 1-inch long x 1/8-inch wide

9 ounces chorizo sausage, removed from casings and crumbled

2 medium onions, diced

10 garlic cloves, minced

1 1/2 cups brown lentils, washed and picked over

3 quarts chicken stock, vegetable stock, or water

2 carrots, peeled and diced

2 celery ribs, washed and diced

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garnishes:

1/2 bunch parsley, leaves only, chopped

1 bunch cilantro, leaves only, chopped

Lime wedges