Our Family Favorite Chili Recipe

2 pounds 100% grass-fed organic ground beef

2 TBS extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil or ghee

1 onion, chopped 

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 red pepper, chopped

1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1” cubes or 1 package frozen cubed butternut squash

1 organic zucchini, diced

2 28oz cans stewed tomatoes

28oz tomato sauce or puree

2 TBS chili powder

3 TBS cumin

1⁄4 tsp cayenne

Sea salt, to taste, 1-2 teaspoons

Directions:

In a large stock pot, over medium heat, add beef + oil.

Mash beef with a fork to separate until cooked halfway.
Add onion and garlic.
Cook until onions are nearly translucent.*
Add squash, zucchini, tomatoes, seasonings and stir.

Bring to a rumble and simmer, at least 30 minutes.

Comments:

*At this point, you can transfer to a slow cooker and add remaining ingredients. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Top with guacamole or sliced avocado and chopped cilantro and green onions (optional).

For additional heat, add more cayenne. Season to your liking.