Pumpkin Chili

I don’t know if it’s the added pumpkin or what, but this is seriously one of my favorite chili’s. Even better the second day, so be sure to make extra!

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 Tbsp cumin
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 3 carrots (peeled & chopped)
  • 2 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 1 zucchini (chopped)
  • 2 cups pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 (19oz) can red kidney beans (rinsed & drained)
  • 1 (28oz) can diced tomatoes, not drained
  • 1 jar tomato sauce
  • 2 large handfuls of baby spinach
  • salt &  pepper, to taste

Directions

  • Over med/high heat, heat oil in a large pot, and brown ground beef with the onion.
  • Stir in spices.
  • Add veggies and cook until tender.
  • Add pumpkin puree, beans, tomatoes and sauce.
  • Stir in spinach.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • ENJOY!