Reviewed: Nov. 7, 2009

We really enjoyed this, but I did make a few changes... One can of tomato sauce instead of 46oz of tom juice, a full 15oz can of pumpkin, a rounded tablespoon of cumin, reduced the sugar, a full tsp of crushed red pepper flakes, and put a nice pinch of salt in. It had a nice, thick consistency this way and wasn't quite as sweet as it could have been. Next time we make it, I am thinking about roasting some jalopenos and adding those in - the chili could definitely use some heat :)

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Lathiana

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Reviewed: Nov. 7, 2009

Amazing seasonal variation on chili! We did add some extra beans and garlic... Was a hit with everyone in our family, we will definately make this again!

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MelissaH

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Reviewed: Nov. 4, 2009

Excellent! The chocolate added a nice flavor and the pumpkin wasn't overwhelming. It's a nice was to make chili more healthy and still taste AMAZING.

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Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2009

I listened to other reviewers and made the following adjustments: used 1 # of ground turkey & 1 # of ground beef; used one red bell pepper instead of green; instead of tomato juice I used 2 (15 oz.) cans of tomato sauce; added 2 cloves minced garlic; added in the whole 15 oz. can of pumpkin; used 2 T. pumpkin pie spice, 1 1/2 T. chili powder, reduced sugar to 1 T. brown sugar; added in 1/2 tsp. cayenne, 1 tsp. curry, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. pepper, and 1 tsp. cumin. With these changes, it was the right consistency (not runny as the tomato juice users complained of), and flavorful. I think it tasted even better the next day.

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KIMAR

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Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2009

This was a tasty very mild chili. I didn't end up added the extra sugar as I tasted it after adding the pumpkin pie spice and the chili and thought that it was sweet enough. I also ended up increasing the chili powder alittle bit and threw some cumin in just to amp up the chili flavor. I served it on Halloween and all in all everyone there thought it was pretty good-although no one was really able to taste the pumpkin in it.

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LFEAUTO

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Reviewed: Nov. 2, 2009

LOVED the recipe as well as the group of Halloween guests we had over. As recipe calls for - was very liquidy and quite bland. Couldn't taste the pumpkin at all. Added 1 extra can of kidney beans, the rest of a 29 oz can of pumpkin, 2 extra Tbsp of chili powder, 2 extra Tbsp of pumpkin pie spice, and 1 Tbsp cumin. Then it was awesome!! Will definitely make this again, but without all of the tomato juice to start with and definitely more chili powder, pumpkin pie spice and some cumin. :)

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AmandaLeinonen

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Reviewed: Nov. 1, 2009

The chili was awesome! I added some corn, white kidney beans and black beans. Used Tomato Sauce instead of Juice and petite diced tomatoes with green chilies. I did not use hamburger but stew meat instead. After about 4 hours in the crock pot the beef was very tender. The substitution of diced tomatoes with green chilies made it a little hot for my wife. I, however, thought it was just spicy enough. I served it with a dollop of sour cream and a side of corn chips. I would recommend this recipe wholeheartedly! After 2 bowls I am full, happy and now sleepy.

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CountryCooker

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Reviewed: Nov. 1, 2009

Awesome! I made this for a Halloween Party we had and people loved it. My modifications: NO tomato juice. I have tomato juice in chili. Instead I used 2 quarts of canned tomatoes. I also used 1/8 cup of sugar (any more would have killed people with sweetness). I used about 2.5 tablespoons of chili powder, and the 3/4 can of pumpkin puree. GOod stuff. My husband liked it and he doesn't normally like chili. Will make instead of my 'normal chili from now on. THANK YOU!!!

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Kristin

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Reviewed: Oct. 30, 2009

I made this for a party at work and it was a huge hit!!! I made a few substitutions as other people have done as well: I only used 1 pound of ground beef, and added 2 cans of black beans I used 2 Tbsp chili powder and added 1 tea cumin and 1 tea garlic salt Only used 2 Tbsp of sugar I like my chili a little on the thicker side so I used 2 15 oz cans of tomato sauce and 2 cans full of water. Will be making this again!!!

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Tina D

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Reviewed: Oct. 29, 2009

This is great stuff! I'm making it right now for a Halloween-themed potluck contest and it's so good I'm not waiting for the results to post my review. Who would have thought a chili with such an unusual ingredient would come out so good. I was leery of the pumpkin pie spice too but it really blends in well. Of course I did a few things differently. I doubled the amount of pumpkin and chili powder, and I added garlic, cumin and a little cayenne pepper. In my opinion, there's no way sugar could possibly improve this dish (to the contrary!) so I eliminated it entirely. I'll make it exactly the same way next time cuz there definitely will be a next time.

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Goody2shz

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Reviewed: Oct. 29, 2009

I was very excited to try this seasonal chili. My husband liked it, but i was not ecstatic about it. I feel like there could have been more ingredients to give the chili a less soupy feel and the recipe could have called for more pumpkin! I'll make again, but i'll add more beans, some cut pumpkin and more vegetables!

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xezandria

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Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2009

This is my new favorite chili. I did modify it by increasing the amount of chili powder to 2 tbsps, I added 2 tsps of cumin, substituted brown sugar for white sugar, and used the easy pumpkin puree which already had the pumpkin pie spices added to it. I also took the advice of another poster and added 2 cloves of garlic. It is a little bit on the sweet side, but it's an unique twist that brings something special to table. Thanks for such a great recipe. Well done!

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Damita Sexton

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Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2009

Loved this chili. It is sweet, but I liked it that way. My kids enjoyed it as well.

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Aimee

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Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2009

This was great just a bit sweet and not spicy. I fixed just as directed. However, I next time I will make some changes. I will leave out the sugar and add more chili powder. It was just not spicy enough for me. Even my husband who does not like spicy thought it was too sweet. It was a hardy meal and will for sure cook it again.

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stuffedpuppet

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Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2009

This was a Big hit at a chili cook-off I just participated in, we had people from all over the place asking if this was the pumpkin chili booth they'd been hearing about. I added a little cayanne and cummin just to give it some heat and chili flavor but it's good either way.

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CowboyCook'n

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Reviewed: Oct. 21, 2009

Came out think and dry. Not a big hit at the party I brought it to.

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Reviewed: Oct. 21, 2009

This is really delicious, and pretty healthy, too.

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KKINUCAN

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Reviewed: Oct. 21, 2009

Tried this 'cause it just sounds like Fall. It's easy and tastes OK. We were glad to try it, but probably will not do it again...he likes my regular chili better. I did learn from the recipe to use tomato juice instead of tomato paste and water...much easier. Thanks.

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Reviewed: Oct. 20, 2009

This is the definition of fall, it smells so delicious, and tastes great too. It is very mild, but flavorful. I didn't add any sugar and don't know that I would. If you are looking for your "typical" chili, don't try this, but if you want something different and fun, this is it!

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Reviewed: Oct. 19, 2009

I definitely wouldn't ue all of the juice, it makes it way too watery for chili. I would use half of what the recipe calls for. I also put half of the sugar in the chili and it was still too sweet. I used the whole can of pumpkin and liked the texture. i added curry, salt, and pepper to this recipe and it was an interesting addition. It did win our chili cook off, though. Just not my taste.

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