new world spicy beef and pumpkin chili

Santa Clara, UT
Updated on Jan 2, 2012

A richly flavored chili that will please the pickiest of eaters with its flavors and the busiest of cooks with its ease!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 large green bell peppers
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck
  • 1/4 cup new mexico style chili powder
  • 1 can 7 ounces, green chilies
  • 1 can 15 ounces, mexican style diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup pumpkin or butternut squash puree
  • 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped

How To Make new world spicy beef and pumpkin chili

  • Step 1
    Heat oil in large stockpot over medium high heat. Add onions, garlic, and bell peppers and cook for five minutes. Add beef and cook, breaking up with back of spoon, until browned. Add 3/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • Step 2
    Add chili powder and saute for 30 seconds. Stir in green chilis and tomatoes, with their juices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered for 10 minutes. Add pumpkin and cranberries and cook for 10 minutes more.
  • Step 3
    Ladle chili into six bowls. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro and green onions, if desired.

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Category: Beef

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