Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and begin to brown (if you are using ground chicken you may need to add a little extra virgin olive oil to the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking). Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, and chipotle peppers. Cook until the meat is brown

Step 2

Add the pumpkin puree, hard cider, beans, and chicken broth into the pot. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, salt, pepper and bay leaf. Stir well.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil and then turn down the heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Serve warm and top with optional garnishes if desired.