Let’s Connect With Kids
Cooking with children is an absolute blast! It’s not only a fun activity, but also a great way for them to learn as they cook up recipes together. There are plenty of easy and enjoyable recipes that kids can try out. And let’s not forget the joy and excitement that radiates from kids when they’re doing something they love! Start by choosing a kid-friendly recipe, like my turkey pumpkin chili, and reach out to the parents to set a date. Then, gather all the ingredients and get ready to whip up an incredible meal. And hey, why not have some extra fun by a game while you’re at it? It’s as simple as that! Share your plans for your kids cooking event in the comments below. Let’s have fun and let’s get cooking!
Creamy Turkey Pumpkin Chili
This recipe is a fall favorite and adds a twist to the traditional chili recipe. Chili is always good on a cold day. Let's get cooking!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 large carrots chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 2 garlic cloves chopped
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tbsp ground paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp crushed red chili
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ pounds ground turkey
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped rosemary, or sage (or a mixture of one or more)
- 1 15 oz. can unsweetened pumpkin purée
- 2 15 oz. cans cannellini beans drained
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tsp salt Add more to taste
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream optional (or dairy free alternative)
Instructions
- Pour the oil into a 4 or 5 quart soup pot or Dutch oven and place over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots and celery and cook until the vegetables are softened, stirring occasionally.3 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion, 2 large carrots, 2 celery stalks
- Add the garlic and all the spices, stirring to coat in the oil. Add the turkey and cook thoroughly, stirring and breaking the meat up with a spoon. It’s ready when there is no pink or about 8 minutes.2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp ground paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp crushed red chili, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 ½ pounds ground turkey
- Add the herbs, pumpkin, beans, broth and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a simmer. Then partially cover and cook for 20 minutes. Monitor the head to ensure it does not simmer over and adjust heat as needed.2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped, 1 15 oz. can unsweetened pumpkin purée, 2 15 oz. cans cannellini beans, 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth, 2 tsp salt
- Remove from the heat and stir in the cream or dairy free alternative. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve warm in bowls.½ cup heavy whipping cream
If using a slow cooker:
- Follow step 1 and 2. Transfer the mixture to your slow cooker and add the herbs, beans, pumpkin, 1 ½ cups broth and salt.
- Set to cook in your crockpot on low for 6 hours.
- Stir in the cream at the end of the cook time and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 1653mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 24275IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 9mg
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