There’s nothing better than cozying up with a warm bowl of chili on a cool day.
These healthy recipes are packed with seasonal produce, including pumpkin and sweet potatoes.
For an even bigger kick, use the whole teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
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Don’t shy away from the poblano peppers.
They offer a mild heat but deliver a depth of flavor you could’t find in regular green bell peppers.
Four-Bean & Pumpkin Chili
This healthy vegetarian chili has a fragrant touch of cinnamon for added flavor.
Christine Ma
Let diners top it with whatever suits their taste.
Sour cream helps cut the heat, but you could also use plain strained yogurt.
Complete this easy one-pot dinner with vegan cheese, dairy-free yogurt or your favorite chili toppings.
Christine Ma
Hearty Beef Chili
For a fall open house, make this beef chili in the slow cooker.
As guests arrive, set out chips and cheese and let them help themselves to a bowl.
Serve topped with diced red onion, sliced scallions, shredded cheese and your favorite hot sauce.
Smoked paprika adds flavor with a hint of spice.
This chili is on the thicker sideif you want it thinner, add a bit more water.
Chili powder, cumin and garlic provide classic chili flavor.
For those who prefer a spicier chili, just pass hot sauce at the table.
Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang.
All you have to do is pop the frozen ingredients into your multicooker and turn it on.
Ali Redmond
The addition of chopped zucchini and corn gives each bowl a nutritional boost.
Serve with your favorite hot sauce, tortilla chips and a cold beer.
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Caitlin Bensel
Jennifer Causey
Victor Protasio
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