Sunday, October 22, 2017

Pumkin Turkey Chili with Nutmeg Sour Cream



 A super simple seasonal dinner that brings some bright colors and flavors to make a fun and delicious dinner for a few or for many.



Pumpkin Turkey Chili with Nutmeg Sour Cream

1 chopped red bell pepper
1 chopped yellow bell pepper
1 chopped orange bell pepper
2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 small sweet onion, finely chopped
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomato
1 (14.5 oz) can pumkin puree
2 Tbsp chili powder (or more to taste)
1 lb ground turkey
salt and pepper to taste
shredded Cheddar cheese for garnish
sour cream for garnish
ground nutmeg (optional)

Heat 3 Tbsp canola oil in a large dutch oven and sautee onion until softened.  Add the bell peppers and cook until softened.  Add garlic and cook about 30 seconds.  Add the turkey and cook until browned.  Mix in the tomatoes and pumpkin.  Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper.  Reduce heat to low and cover.  Simmer for about 30-45 minutes.  Stir occasionally.  Serve topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream.  

For the nutmeg sour cream you can add 1/8 tsp nutmeg and mix into sour cream then spoon or pipe onto the chili and dust with additional nutmeg if desired.