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Butternut Squash Chili recipe

Butternut Squash Chili

Butternut Squash Chili

6 servings

1 hour

Adapted from the Food Bank of Delaware

Ingredients

Step 1:
- ½ tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
- ⅔ onion, diced
Step 2:
- 2 cups diced butternut squash, peeled, seeded, or frozen (thawed)
Step 3:
- ⅓ cup shredded or chopped carrots
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste, no salt added
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas or black beans
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin**For a stronger, more well-rounded flavor, toast the cumin in a pan before adding to the chili.

Directions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the butternut squash and cook for 10-15 minutes (add 2-3 min if using frozen).
Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered until vegetables are tender (45 minutes for fresh, 25 minutes for frozen), stirring occasionally.
Serve and enjoy!

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This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).