Pumpkin Chili

Description

Classic Chili with a subtle pumpkin twist. Spicy and mouthwatering, this pumpkin chili is a family favourite!

Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper, diced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 lb spicy sausage (can be turkey or any spicy ground meat)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 cup (13 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup beef stock/broth
  • 1 (29 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (29 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (32 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
  1. 1

    Heat oil in large pot over medium heat. Add onions and jalapeno peppers; sauté until softened (about 3-5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute. 

  2. 2

    Add ground beef and spicy turkey sausage and cook until completely browned, breaking the meat up into smaller pieces (about 7-10 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed. 

  3. 3

    Add tomato paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes. 

  4. 4

    Add pumpkin puree and mix into the meat mixture. Cook this down for about 5-10 minutes. 

  5. 5

    Add beef stock, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and brown sugar. Stir well, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. 

  6. 6

    Once it reaches a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours. The longer, the better the flavour. 

  7. 7

    When chili has cooked for 1.5 to 2 hours, taste and adjust for salt and/or brown sugar. 

  8. 8

    Top with any of your favourite toppings, such as sour cream, cilantro, shredded cheese, diced avocado, sliced jalapeno peppers, and lime wedges. Enjoy! 

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