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hearty pumpkin chili recipe

Pumpkin Cowboy Chili with Black Bean Crumble

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Medium Skillet
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 can opener
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Measuring spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 can pumpkin puree 15 ounces
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces
  • 1 can black beans 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  • Add ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Add pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, black beans, and beef broth to the pot.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine all ingredients.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Once cooked, add lime juice and chopped cilantro, stirring through the chili.
  • Remove from heat and allow the chili to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • For the best flavor, allow the chili to rest as the ingredients meld together, enhancing the depth of taste; serve with crusty bread or over rice for a hearty meal.

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the chili to rest so the ingredients meld together, enhancing the depth of taste. Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a hearty meal.
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