1-Getting started: with this easy pumpkin chili recipe is straightforward and fun, perfect for beginners or seasoned home cooks. First, mince the garlic and dice the onion, then sauté them in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until the onions turn tender, which takes about 5 minutes. Next, add 1 pound of ground beef and cook it until it’s browned, stirring to break it up evenly.

2-Once the beef is ready, incorporate the drained cans of kidney beans and black beans, along with 1 can of petite diced tomatoes with their juices, 1 can of pumpkin purée, about 5 tablespoons of tomato paste from a 6 oz can, and 2 cups of water. Don’t forget to add all the chili seasonings: 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.

3-Stir everything together to combine, then cover the pot and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to let the flavors meld. Finally, taste the chili and add more salt if needed before serving it hot with toppings like sour cream, cheese, green onion, or corn chips.