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How To Make Homemade Pumpkin Puree [Recipe: Pumpkin Chili]

Maris Callahan — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 17:48:56 +0000

Let’s talk about pumpkin, shall we? I hope you aren’t sick of it yet. Since it’s mid-October, we’ve all realized by now that pumpkin is everywhere. It’s at the farmer’s market, it’s on sale at the grocery store and on almost every blog I’ve read since the end of August, there is a glowing tribute to pumpkin so complimentary it borders on pornographic. I like pumpkin just as much as the next gal, you see, but there’s nothing inappropriate going on over here unless you’re talking about the calorie consumption department in which case, I plead no contest. Whether you’re planning to write a Harlequin-style romance about pumpkin on your blog or simply roast one for a pumpkin cheesecake pie, you might need to know how to roast a pumpkin. While donuts and chocolate chip bars and scones are all reasonable uses for pumpkin puree, they won’t help you maintain your dress size until January, so I thought I’d share a more nutritious way to use pumpkin this year. I developed this recipe for a presentation I did earlier this month at the Chicago Junior League about how to prepare healthy fall recipes. Now, while I’m comfortable sharing intimate details […]

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Chipotle-Spiced Sweet Potato Chili

Maris Callahan — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 02:54:36 +0000

Last month my friend/colleague Trisha and I went to a cooking class at The Chopping Block where we learned how to make a rendition of this chili so I decided to duplicate it with a little of my own flavor. So in turn, I’m gifting you with the best chili ever. Because this chili? Is delicious. Maybe better than delicious. It’s the kind of chili you’re going to think about when you’re not eating it. It’s a spicy, stick-to-your-ribs variation that is packed with fiber and protein so you don’t even have to feel guilty if you eat it with half a bag of tortilla chips (not that I’ve done that…it was um, a friend). Save Print Chipotle-Spiced Sweet Potato Chili Author: Maris Callahan Recipe type: Cooking for a Crowd, Worknight Dinners Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 40 mins Serves: 8 Ingredients 1 pound Sweet Potatoes, Peeled And Cubed Into ½ Inch Dice 2 Tablespoons Extra-virgin Olive Oil, Divided 1 whole Onion, Medium Dice 2 cloves Garlic, Rough Chopped 1 Tablespoon Ground Chili Pepper 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin 1 teaspoon Ground Chipotle Pepper Powder 1 cup Dark Beer 1 can 28 Oz Can Whole Tomatoes 2 whole […]

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Pinto Bean and Beef Chili

Maris Callahan — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000

January presents somewhat of a conundrum. On one hand, it’s cold out and the weather lends to hibernation, dim light, fireplaces and big bowls of chili…pinto bean and beef chili. The holiday season and abundance of cookies and calorie-laden treats seems long-ago but they’ve left a lasting presence on your jeans. It’s sluggishness versus the gym; comfort food versus healthy food. Luckily, things aren’t always black and white. In life there are gray areas and things that might seem to be one way are actually another. Things that seem bad or scary can work out for the best and dreams that seem highly unlikely sometimes wind up happening. There is no cryptic analogy here, but it’s late at night and I’m feeling particularly contemplative. And also, there’s chili. A thick and aromatic pot of cubed beef and beans, simmering with browned onions and beer might seem like it would wreak havoc on your diet. In actuality, each protein-packed serving has less than 400 calories. I skipped the radishes and avocados that the recipe called for and instead topped mine with a warm corn tortilla (for only fifty additional calories) and a spoonful of fat-free sour cream. If you don’t like […]

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Apple and White Bean Chili

Maris Callahan — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 03:00:00 +0000

Stovetop apple and white bean chili is a hearty weeknight chili perfect to use up canned goods in your pantry or apples from your fall apple picking excursions. I’ve been wanting to work more beans and legumes into my diet because they’re a good source of protein and fiber. Though I get plenty of fiber from the fruits, vegetables and whole grain that I love, I don’t always get as much protein as I probably should. I eat lean meats like chicken and turkey, but my diet definitely tends to be carb-heavy more often than I’d like to admit on the Internet. If you’re on a budget, I’ve had four cans of cannellini beans in my cabinet for weeks and lots of recipes bookmarked to try. When I saw this White Bean and Apple Chili in Stephanie’s crock pot repertoire I couldn’t resist trying it. In the spirit of the Ithaca Apple Festival that I recently attended, tonight seemed like as good a night as any to splatter my stovetop with not-really-so-white chili. Since I don’t have the patience for a recipe with eight hours of prep time, and don’t need to feed enough mouths to warrant a large crock pot, I scaled it down […]

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