Best 6 Butternut Squash And Ancho Chili Puree Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our delectable Butternut Squash and Ancho Chili Puree, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a journey through two extraordinary recipes that showcase the versatility of this puree. First, embark on a culinary voyage with our Butternut Squash and Ancho Chili Soup, a comforting and creamy delight that exudes warmth and richness. This soup is a celebration of autumn flavors, with tender butternut squash, roasted ancho chilies, and aromatic spices melding together to create a symphony of taste. Alternatively, embark on a culinary expedition with our Butternut Squash and Ancho Chili Enchiladas, a tantalizing fusion of Mexican and autumnal flavors. These enchiladas burst with the vibrant flavors of roasted butternut squash, tangy ancho chili sauce, and a medley of Mexican spices, all wrapped in a soft and fluffy tortilla. Get ready to embark on a taste sensation like no other as we explore these two culinary masterpieces.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HEALTHY BEEF CHILI WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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This slow simmered beef chili is packed with flavor, thanks to a quick homemade chile puree and butternut squash that soaks up the meaty goodness.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 dried ancho chile
1 dried guajillo chile
3 1/2 cups beef broth
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon tomato paste
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
Sour cream, shredded Cheddar and fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the ancho and guajillo chiles in a medium saucepan with the beef broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, remove from the heat and allow to sit until softened, about 15 minutes. Remove the stems and seeds from the chiles and place the chiles in a blender along with the beef stock. Blend until smooth, then set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring once or twice, until the beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Remove the beef with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Add the onions to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, chile puree, beef, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and can easily be cut with a fork, about 1 hour.
  • Add the butternut squash and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. Serve with sour cream, Cheddar and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 90 milligrams, Sodium 550 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 10 grams

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND TURKEY CHILI



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This recipe captures many of the traditional flavors of chili, but boosts its texture, color and vitamins. We've used protein-rich black beans, lean ground turkey and sweet butternut squash, as well adding some unexpected crunch and thickening power with chia seeds.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound 99 percent fat-free ground turkey
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons tomato paste
Kosher salt
1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 3 1/2 cups)
4 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped
Two 14-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup chia seeds
Freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat in a large Dutch oven. Add the turkey and cook, breaking up chunks with the side of a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Push the turkey to the edges of the pan, leaving the middle empty. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, then the onion and garlic to the center of the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin and coriander and stir about 30 seconds. Add the tomato paste and 1 teaspoon salt and stir until the paste begins to darken in color, about 30 seconds. Then add the squash, tomatoes and 4 cups water, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any stuck bits. Bring to a simmer, adjust the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the chili has thickened and the squash is tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Stir the beans and chia seeds into the chili and heat through, about 5 minutes. Season with an additional 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then taste the chili and stir in up to 2 tablespoons of vinegar. Spoon the chili into bowls and top each bowl with cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 55 milligrams, Sodium 770 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 7 grams

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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Add butternut squash to chili for a tasty, filling, energy-packed dish your whole family will love. Mine does! -Jeanne Larson, Mission Viejo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef or turkey
3/4 cup chopped red onion
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 to 2 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 to 15 ounces) tomato sauce
3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash, (1/2-in. cubes)
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Optional: Chopped avocado, plain Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef and onion, crumbling meat, until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes., Add next 5 ingredients; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in water, both types of beans, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Stir in squash; simmer, covered, until squash is tender, 20-25 minutes. Stir in vinegar. , If desired, serve with chopped avocado, Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI



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This is a deliciously hearty, vegetarian butternut squash chili that I concocted years ago which is popular with the entire family.

Provided by Maraia Hoffman

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons salted butter
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 (32 ounce) cartons low-sodium vegetable broth
1 large butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 (16 ounce) cans chili beans
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in cornstarch and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and butternut squash; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until butternut squash is soft, 7 to 10 minutes. Carefully transfer contents to a blender (in batches) and blend until smooth and thick.
  • Return blended mixture to the pot and add diced tomatoes, chili beans, corn, cream, Italian seasoning, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Simmer until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.6 calories, Carbohydrate 73.9 g, Cholesterol 97.4 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 14.3 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 1343 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

ANCHO CHILE PORK TENDERLOIN WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND SQUASH



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An ancho chile rub serves double-duty in this dinner: it's the sweet and zesty rub for the tenderloin, and the seasoning for the roasted veg.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Lime     Cumin     Chile     Pork Tenderloin     Brussels Sprout     Onion     Squash     Sour Cream     Cilantro     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Fall     Winter     Roast

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 limes
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)
1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed, quartered
1 large red onion, halved, cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
1 delicata squash, halved lengthwise, seeded, sliced into 1/4-inch half moons
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped, plus whole leaves for serving
Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place racks in top and center of oven; preheat to 425°F. Finely grate 2 tsp. lime zest into a small bowl. Stir in cumin, chile powder, brown sugar, and 2 tsp. salt.
  • Toss brussels sprouts, onion, squash, 2 Tbsp. oil, and half of spiced salt on a rimmed baking sheet. Transfer to center rack in oven and roast 10 minutes. Toss and continue to roast until vegetables are browned and cooked through, 10-15 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, rub pork tenderloins with remaining spiced salt and heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear pork on 3 sides until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Turn tenderloins onto remaining side, then transfer skillet to top rack of oven. Roast pork until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 140°F for medium-rare or 145°F for medium, 8-10 minutes (temperature will rise by about 10°F after cooking). Transfer pork to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Whisk sour cream, 2 tsp. lime juice, 1/2 cup cilantro, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt in a small bowl. Spoon some sauce onto plates, then arrange pork over. Top with cilantro leaves, flakey sea salt, and pepper. Serve vegetables and lime wedges alongside.

BLACK BEAN CHILI WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Provided by Jeanne Kelley

Categories     Bean     Super Bowl     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Butternut Squash     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Bulgur     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
8 garlic cloves, chopped
2 1/2 chili powder
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 14.5-ounce cans fire-roasted tomatoes
1 pound dried black beans, rinsed
2 chipotle chiles from canned chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
Coarse kosher salt
1 2 1/4-pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
1/2 cup quick-cooking bulgur
Sour cream
Coarsely grated hot pepper
Monterey jack cheese
Diced red onion chopped
Fresh cilantro
Pickled jalapeño rings
Ingredient info: Chipotle chiles in adobo can be found at some super markets and at Latin markets. Look for bulgur at super markets and natural foods stores.

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until soft and beginning to brown, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Add garlic; stir 1 minute. Sprinkle chili powder and coriander over; stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes with juice, beans, chipotles, and oregano. Add 10 cups water. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover with lid slightly ajar, and simmer until beans are tender, stirring occasionally, about 2 hours (time will vary depending on freshness of beans). Season to taste with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Chili can be made up to 2 days ahead. Cool slightly. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm chili before continuing.
  • Stir squash and bulgur into chili. Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat until squash and bulgur are tender, about 30 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide chili among bowls. Serve with sour cream, cheese, red onion, cilantro, and pickled jalapeño rings.

Tips:

  • Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash with a deep orange color and a firm, heavy feel. Avoid squash with soft spots or blemishes.
  • Roast the butternut squash before pureeing: Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast the squash in the oven or on a grill.
  • Use a high-quality ancho chili powder: The ancho chili powder is what gives this puree its smoky, slightly spicy flavor. Look for a powder that is made from dried, ripe ancho chilis.
  • Add other spices to taste: In addition to the ancho chili powder, you can add other spices to the puree, such as cumin, coriander, or paprika. Adjust the amount of spices to your own taste.
  • Use the puree as a dip, sauce, or spread: This puree is versatile and can be used in a variety of ways. Serve it as a dip with tortilla chips or vegetables, use it as a sauce for chicken or fish, or spread it on sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

This butternut squash and ancho chili puree is a delicious and versatile dish that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for fall gatherings or as a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its smoky, slightly spicy flavor, this puree is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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