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pumpkin beef chili recipe

Black Beans Chili with Pumpkin and Beef Chuck

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 can opener
  • 1 measuring cup set
  • 1 measuring spoon set

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pound beef chuck cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 cup beef broth
  • 1 can black beans 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add beef chuck to the pot and brown all sides, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
  • Stir in pumpkin puree, beef broth, black beans, and diced tomatoes.
  • Return browned beef chuck to the pot.
  • Add chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  • Simmer the chili for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the pot from heat and let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, choose a well-marbled beef chuck to ensure tenderness after cooking. Adjust the level of spices to suit your taste preference, and consider garnishing with fresh cilantro or shredded cheese for added flavor.
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