Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 1 Tablespoon oil
  • 12 ounces frozen winter squash puree
  • 30 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 32 ounces vegetable broth
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 3 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup water

Instruction

  • In a large soup pot, cook the onion and the garlic in the olive oil over medium low heat until soft, about 5 minutes
  • While the onion and garlic cook, microwave the frozen squash in a microwave safe bowl for about 4-5 minutes on high.
  • Put the squash, salsa, and tomato sauce in the pot and stir. Add the black beans, vegetable broth, quinoa, and spices. Stir and raise the heat to high.
  • Once the chili is boiling, reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes. If the liquid level gets too low, add the cup of water.
  • Serve hot with tortilla chips or cornbread.