Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Chili
- In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground spicy Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove sausage and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 10-12 minutes until onion is translucent and bell pepper softens.
- Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of ground cumin, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Cook for about 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
- Pour in two cans of fire-roasted tomatoes, one can each of drained kidney beans and black beans, and one can of pumpkin puree. Add the cooked sausage back and stir everything until well combined.
- Bring the Pumpkin Chili to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- After 20 minutes, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot in bowls, garnishing with roasted pumpkin seeds, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and avocado.
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Notes
Pumpkin Chili tastes better the next day and can be made ahead to enhance flavors.
