Autumn Turkey Chili

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery, chopped
• 2 cups apples, diced
• 2 cups butternut squash, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 lb ground turkey, cooked
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

• 1 (10 ounce) can undiluted chicken broth

• 1 (15 ounce) can light coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• coconut flakes and cilantro, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Combine all ingredients (except garnishes) in slow cooler. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.

2. 2

   Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

3. 3

   TIPS: Use 4 cups diced cooked turkey or chicken in place of ground turkey.

4. 4

   Open lid for last 45 minutes of cooking to thicken, if desired. Mash the squash with the back of a wooden spoon to thicken further.