Paleo Cavewoman Chili Recipe

Name: Paleo Cavewoman Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds grass-fed ground beef; 4 large sweet potatoes; 16 pieces nitrate-free bacon; 2 parsnips; 4 purple carrots; 2 red onions; 2 red peppers; 4 cloves of garlic; 2 28 oz cans of whole peeled plum tomatoes; 4 cups beef broth; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 tablespoons raw unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 cups butternut squash soup; to taste salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 pounds grass-fed ground beef
4 large sweet potatoes
16 pieces nitrate-free bacon
2 parsnips
4 purple carrots
2 red onions
2 red peppers
4 cloves of garlic
2 28 oz cans of whole peeled plum tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons cumin
2 tablespoons raw unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups butternut squash soup
to taste salt and pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Bake two sweet potatoes in the oven until soft (about 45 minutes). Set aside until cool enough to peel.
2
Fry the bacon. Once fried and cool, chop into small pieces. Save 2 TBSP of bacon grease to fry the vegetables with.
3
Chop the vegetables, remaining sweet potatoes, tomato paste, and garlic. Fry in a pan with bacon grease until the vegetables are soft (note that the parsley takes a bit longer to soften; you can chop it into smaller pieces to shorten the time). Pierce with a fork to check the tenderness.
4
In a separate pan or cast iron skillet, fry the ground beef until browned.
5
In a large pot, add the sweet potato from the oven with 1-2 cups of broth. Mash or puree the sweet potato until it reaches a creamy consistency. Alternatively, you can add the sweet potato and broth to a blender to make it smoother.
6
Add the cooked vegetables, bacon, and ground beef to the large pot. Heat the large pot on medium-high.
7
Add the spices and tomatoes.
8
Cook until the flavors have saturated and the beef is fully cooked. If using a crockpot, this takes 4-8 hours; if using the stovetop and short for time, this takes 1-2 hours, depending how strong you want the flavors.
9
In the last hour of cooking, add the butternut squash soup. This makes for a better consistency (I think!). Add more or less, depending how thick you want your chili.

4059

kcal

Calories

330

Fat

Carbs

216

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds grass-fed ground beef, 4 large sweet potatoes, 16 pieces nitrate-free bacon, 2 parsnips, and more.

Yes, Paleo Cavewoman Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Paleo Cavewoman Chili

Tips for the best results

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