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Terrifyingly Tasty Chili
Our Fine Day

Perfect for any night of the week, but especially Halloween this bean-less chili is terrifyingly tasty, healthy, and worthy of second or third servings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp oil
  • 2 Lbs ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 3 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp curry powder
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 1 large carrot diced
  • 1 large zucchini diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeno seeds and ribs removed, diced
  • 2 bell peppers diced
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
  • 36 oz canned/jarred tomatoes I used 18 oz crushed and 18 oz diced
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth could definitely use beef broth, I just didn't have any!
  • 1 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate or 1 Tbsp Cocoa powder

Method
 

  1. Heat oil on medium in a large pot and add onion and garlic. Saute for about 2 minutes.
  2. Add meat and brown completely, breaking up any big pieces and mixing periodically. (If using a Crockpot, transfer meat mixture to the pot and add all remaining ingredients, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.)
  3. Add seasonings and mix well to combine with meat.
  4. Add all chopped veggies and mix well. Allow to cook in with meat for about 3 minutes.
  5. Add pumpkin, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and broth.
  6. Allow to simmer on low, covered, for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  7. When about ready to serve, add the chocolate and mix well.
  8. Serve with all the toppings! We went with cheese, onion, cilantro, and corn chips