TURKEY PUMPKIN CHILI

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 small yellow onion, chopped

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 jalapeño peppers, chopped

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 lb. ground white or dark meat turkey

1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained

1 (15 oz.) can pumpkin purée

1 Tbsp. chili powder

1 tsp. ground cumin

 1/2 tsp. salt

 Ground black pepper, to taste

 1 (15.0 oz.) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add onion, peppers, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add turkey and cook until browned. Add tomatoes, pumpkin, 1 cup water, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and add beans. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Ladle chili into bowls and serve with shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream.