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Pumpkin Chili

Cozy Up with Hearty Pumpkin Chili for Fall Evenings

This Hearty Pumpkin Chili with spicy Italian sausage is the perfect dish for cold evenings, combining warm flavors and health benefits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 pound Ground Spicy Italian Sausage Can use ground turkey or meat alternative.
  • 1 Onion, chopped Shallots can be used for a sweeter twist.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped Any bell pepper variety can be used.
  • 3 Garlic, chopped Fresh is best, but garlic powder works in a pinch.
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin No direct substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferred.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Important for richer chili flavor.
For the Chili
  • 1 can (15 oz.) Fire-Roasted Tomatoes Can substitute with fresh tomatoes.
  • 1 can (15 oz.) Kidney Beans Any bean variety can be used.
  • 1 can (15 oz.) Black Beans Feel free to mix in your favorite beans.
  • 1 can (15 oz.) Pumpkin Puree Fresh roasted pumpkin is a delicious alternative.
  • 2 ½ cups Chicken Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until it glistens, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the ground spicy Italian sausage and cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and crumbled. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté chopped onion and red bell pepper in the same pot for 10-12 minutes until softened.
  4. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and ground cinnamon; stir continuously for 30 seconds.
  5. Return the sausage to the pot and add fire-roasted tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, pumpkin puree, and chicken broth; stir well.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Pumpkin Chili is perfect for meal prep and leftovers get better with time. Serve with your favorite garnishes for an extra treat.

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