posted by Mimi Hiller 09-10-100 2:08 PM
From http://www.culinary.com/foodtext/chilifil/595.shtml
Pinata Pumpkin Chili
1 1/2 lb. Ground beef
1/2 cup Onion -- chopped
1 Garlic clove -- minced
16 oz. Solid pack pumpkin
2 cups Water
1 pkg. Taco seasoning
1 1/2 tsp. Chili powder
1 tsp. Salt
1 cup Cheddar cheese -- shredded
1 cup Corn chips -- crushed
1/2 cup Sour cream
1 Red pepper flakes or 1 Hot pepper sauce
In 3 quart saucepan, cook meat, onion and garlic until meat is brown. Drain. Add pumpkin, water, taco seasoning, chili powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover; simmer 30 minutes. Season with red pepper flakes or hot pepper sauce. Garnish with cheese, corn chips and sour cream.
NOTE: May add 16 oz. red kidney beans; drained.
Yield: 6