New World Chili

Ingredients

• 1 lb. turkey breast tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 28-oz. can diced tomatoes
• 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 8-oz. can tomato sauce
• 1 cup peeled, seeded and cubed butternut squash or pumpkin
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup frozen whole kernel corn
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1 fresh jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Chicken broth
• 2 cups shredded fresh spinach
• 4 oz. Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers, shredded (1 cup)

Directions

1. In a 5-quart slow cooker combine turkey, undrained tomatoes, beans, tomato sauce, squash, onion, the 1/2 cup chicken broth, corn, cranberries, jalapeño pepper, chili powder, and garlic.

2. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10 to 12 hours or on high-heat setting for 5 to 6 hours. If desired, stir in additional broth to reach desired consistency. Stir in spinach just before serving. Sprinkle each serving with cheese. Makes 6 servings.