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I have a major problem. It is a kitchen appliance hoarding problem. I have so many cooking utensils, pots and pans, and kitchen appliances that I have to store some of them in my bedroom closet. I have an ice cream maker that I’ve only used twice, a food dehydrater that I just had to have that hasn’t ever been used, and a stove top grill that I haven’t used since we moved into our house because it doesn’t really work with the stove.
But, I also have an awesome Vitamix blender that I use every morning, a food processor that I use a few times a week, and now I have this awesome dutch oven from Le Creuset! I might not have a proper place to store it but that doesn’t matter because I’ve been using it so much that it hardly leaves the stove top or oven. This Spaghetti Squash, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili is one of my favorite things I’ve cooked in it so far and I think you are going to love it! It’s warm, hearty and full of so many great flavors. Le Creuset dutch ovens are so great to cook with! They are extremely strong and durable, easy to clean, and they come in so many different shapes, sizes and beautiful colors!
While editing these photos of this Chili I also realized that I might have a chili topping problem as well, oops. But I hope we are all in agreement that when it comes to chili, the more toppings the better! I have nothing against regular soup, but there is something about chili that makes it so perfect for the cold weather season. It’s really filling and just screams warm blankets and couch cuddles. It is also great because there are so many different chili variations out there. You can make white bean chili, no bean chili, three bean chili, and now you can make sweet potato, spaghetti squash and black bean chili!
Spaghetti Squash, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili + A Giveaway
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 1x
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups peeled and diced sweet potato (1 medium sweet potato)
- 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, slightly drained
- 3 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt*
- 3 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon hot chili powder (optional)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth, or more depending on how thick you like your chili
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeno, sliced radish, corn chips, cilantro, cashew sour cream, plain Greek yougurt
Instructions
- Cut the spaghetti squash in half, lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Take a metal spoon and scrape the spaghetti squash meat out. It will come out in pieces and you should get about 3 cups. Set aside.
- Heat a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil, onion and a pinch of salt. Cook the onions for 2 minutes and then add the garlic and cook for another minute. Next add the spaghetti squash and sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the remaining ingredients, except for the broth, to the pot and stir until everything is combined. Then add the broth, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer chili until sweet potatoes are fork tender, 40 – 50 minutes. Chili can be simmered longer if you like. Chili will stay good in the refrigerator for about 5 days.
Notes
*You may need to add more salt depending on how salty your broth is.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Soup, Entree, Gluten Free, Vegan
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Fall is my favorite time for cooking. I love chili, soups and stews, casseroles, pot roast, EVERYTHING. Lately, I’ve been craving beef stew….. but this looks WONDERFUL.
Mine too, Savanah! Haha, all of those things sound so good to me too! I need to make more casseroles this season š Thanks, Savanah š
Gumbo is my favorite cold weather comfort food!
That sounds delicious!
A welsh dish called ‘cawl’, but now I no longer eat meat I’m going to have to find an alternative as it is based around a big hunk of lamb!!!
Haha, You’ll have to work on that because comfort food season is here!
I love any type of soup when the weather is cold. My boys love my baked potato soup.
Baked potato soup sounds so good right now!
I think soup is my favorite cold weather comfort food.
Agreed!
My favorite cold-weather soup is always some kind of soup–tomato, squash, noodle-based, anything!
Noodle soups are so good in the winter!
This seriously looks so good I need to make it as soon as possible!
best,
sofie
Thank you so much, Sofie!
I love stew.
Me too!
Just gorgeous Izzy! And I am totally jealous of your Le Creuset — I have always wanted one! Chili like this is so perfect for these cool days š
Thank you, Ashley! I love the pot so much, you should totally get one!
I would definitely say Tater Tot casserole!!
Haha, I like the way you think, Kim!
I love chunky stews during the cold nights! Thanks for the chance to win.
Chunky soups are the best!
This chili looks unreal!
Thank you, Medha!!
I’m a major kitchen appliance hoarder too! I turned our entire linen closet into a kitchen appliance closet. Every food bloggers dream! This chili sounds delicious, I love that you added butternut squash. Yum!
Haha, totally something I would do! Thanks, Natalie š
haha I definitely have a chili topping problem too! The more the better – I totally agree!!
And this chili sounds amazing! Why have I never used spaghetti squash in chili before??
I like the way you think, Ashley! I could probably eat a bowl full of just toppings, haha! You should totally throw some in next time š
chili is definitely high on the list of ideal comfort foods! i also rely on chicken noodle soup. š
Chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food!
Stuffed acorn squash – it’s like a comforting casserole served in an edible dish! Love fall!
I love stuffed acorn squash!! I’m a fan of all bowls I can eat š
I love homemade bread made in a Dutch Oven. It’s easy and makes the whole house smell so good!
I love the smell of homemade bread baking!!
Awesome! These utensils would be so great to have. We’ve been making more food from home lately and would love these!
That is great that you are making more food at home! It is the best š
I made sweet potato chili this past weekend and already I’m craving MORE and totally wishing I had thrown spaghetti squash into the mix like you did! Ca-raaaaaving a bowl of this gorgeous comfort food right now, Izzy!
Sweet potatoes in chili is pretty much the best thing ever, thanks so much, Sarah!!
Chili is one of my favorite comfort foods for the fall, so this dish looks just perfect! I love the flavors in here, Izzy! I think I could go for a bowl of this right now for breakfast! The sweet potatoes and spaghetti squash sound like the best combo!
Haha, I love the idea of chili for breakfast!! Thanks Gayle š