Turkey Pumpkin Chili
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Serves 6

Besides adding a sweet nutty flavor to dishes, pumpkin is a ready source of vitamin A, which boosts the nutrition content of this offbeat chili. Garnish each portion with a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro.

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    Ingredients: 
    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 small yellow onion, chopped, chopped
    • 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
    • 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • 1 pound ground white or dark meat turkey
    • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with their liquid
    • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin purée
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • Ground black pepper, to taste
    • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
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    Method: 

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, jalapeños and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add turkey and cook until browned. Add tomatoes, pumpkin, 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 more. Ladle chili into bowls and serve.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:280 calories (110 from fat), 13g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 55mg cholesterol, 580mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (8g dietary fiber, 7g sugar), 20g protein
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