CrockPot Pumpkin Chili

240 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add one can of pumpkin puree to your crockpot.
  2. 2Add one can of pumpkin puree to your crockpot.
  3. 3Add one can of pumpkin puree to your crockpot.
  4. 4Add two cans of rinsed and drained kidney beans to the crockpot.
  5. 5Add two cans of rinsed and drained kidney beans to the crockpot.
  6. 6Add two cans of rinsed and drained kidney beans to the crockpot.
  7. 7Add two cans of diced tomatoes to the crockpot.
  8. 8Add two cans of diced tomatoes to the crockpot.
  9. 9Add two cans of diced tomatoes to the crockpot.
  10. 10Add two pounds of seasoned, browned, and drained ground beef and sausage mix to the crockpot.
  11. 11Add two pounds of seasoned, browned, and drained ground beef and sausage mix to the crockpot.
  12. 12Add two pounds of seasoned, browned, and drained ground beef and sausage mix to the crockpot.
  13. 13Dice one green bell pepper and add it to the crockpot.
  14. 14Dice one green bell pepper and add it to the crockpot.
  15. 15Dice one green bell pepper and add it to the crockpot.
  16. 16Dice one half to a whole onion and add it to the crockpot.
  17. 17Dice one half to a whole onion and add it to the crockpot.
  18. 18Dice one half to a whole onion and add it to the crockpot.
  19. 19Add three to four minced garlic cloves to the crockpot.
  20. 20Add three to four minced garlic cloves to the crockpot.
  21. 21Add three to four minced garlic cloves to the crockpot.
  22. 22Add two tablespoons of chili powder, two teaspoons of cumin, one teaspoon of paprika, and one teaspoon of oregano to the crockpot.
  23. 23Add two tablespoons of chili powder, two teaspoons of cumin, one teaspoon of paprika, and one teaspoon of oregano to the crockpot.
  24. 24Add two tablespoons of chili powder, two teaspoons of cumin, one teaspoon of paprika, and one teaspoon of oregano to the crockpot.
  25. 25Add a big pinch of salt and some pepper to the crockpot.
  26. 26Add a big pinch of salt and some pepper to the crockpot.
  27. 27Add a big pinch of salt and some pepper to the crockpot.
  28. 28Mix all the ingredients in the crockpot thoroughly.
  29. 29Mix all the ingredients in the crockpot thoroughly.
  30. 30Mix all the ingredients in the crockpot thoroughly.
  31. 31Pour about a cup of beef broth into the crockpot if you don't like your chili too thick.
  32. 32Pour about a cup of beef broth into the crockpot if you don't like your chili too thick.
  33. 33Pour about a cup of beef broth into the crockpot if you don't like your chili too thick.
  34. 34Give the chili one last quick stir.
  35. 35Give the chili one last quick stir.
  36. 36Give the chili one last quick stir.
  37. 37Put the lid on the crockpot and set it to low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours.
  38. 38Put the lid on the crockpot and set it to low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours.
  39. 39Put the lid on the crockpot and set it to low for 4 to 6 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours.
  40. 40Once the chili is ready, take the lid off and give it one last stir.
  41. 41Once the chili is ready, take the lid off and give it one last stir.
  42. 42Once the chili is ready, take the lid off and give it one last stir.
  43. 43Turn off the crockpot and transfer some chili to a smaller, more manageable pumpkin (if serving in one).
  44. 44Turn off the crockpot and transfer some chili to a smaller, more manageable pumpkin (if serving in one).
  45. 45Turn off the crockpot and transfer some chili to a smaller, more manageable pumpkin (if serving in one).
  46. 46Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chili.
  47. 47Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chili.
  48. 48Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chili.
  49. 49Add sour cream or your preferred chili toppings.
  50. 50Add sour cream or your preferred chili toppings.
  51. 51Add sour cream or your preferred chili toppings.
  52. 52Serve and enjoy a big bite of the chili.
  53. 53Serve and enjoy a big bite of the chili.
  54. 54Serve and enjoy a big bite of the chili.

Ingredients

  • 1 can Pumpkin puree
  • 1 can Pumpkin puree
  • 1 can Pumpkin puree
  • 2 cans Rinsed and drained kidney beans
  • 2 cans Rinsed and drained kidney beans
  • 2 cans Rinsed and drained kidney beans
  • 2 cans Diced tomatoes
  • 2 cans Diced tomatoes
  • 2 cans Diced tomatoes
  • 2 pounds Ground beef and sausage mix
  • 2 pounds Ground beef and sausage mix
  • 2 pounds Ground beef and sausage mix
  • 1 Green bell pepper
  • 1 Green bell pepper
  • 1 Green bell pepper
  • 0.5 Onion
  • 0.5 Onion
  • 0.5 Onion
  • 3 Minced garlic cloves
  • 3 Minced garlic cloves
  • 3 Minced garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • Pepper
  • Pepper
  • Pepper
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • Shredded cheese
  • Shredded cheese
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Sour cream
  • Sour cream

Equipment

CrockpotCutting boardSpoonMeasuring cupsMeasuring spoonsOven mitt

Tips

  • Season, brown, and drain the meat before adding to the crockpot.
  • Sauté the onions for bonus points.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste, using your heart.
  • If you like your chili really thick, you might not need the beef broth.