Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Steps
- In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of ground spicy Italian sausage and cook for about 8-10 minutes, breaking it apart until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onion and red bell pepper. Cook over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in 3 cloves of chopped garlic, 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Add 2 cans of fire-roasted tomatoes, 1 can of drained kidney beans, 1 can of drained black beans, 1 can of pumpkin puree, and 2½ cups of chicken broth. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or ground cinnamon if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with roasted pumpkin seeds, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, or diced avocado.
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Notes
Store leftover pumpkin chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It freezes well for up to 3 months.