Pinata Pumpkin Chili

      Yield: 6 Servings

  1 1/2 lb beef,Ground

    1/2 c  onion,chopped

      1    garlic clove,minced

     16 oz solid pack pumpkin

      2 c  water

      1 pk taco seasoning

  1 1/2 t  chili powder

      1 t  salt

      1 c  cheddar cheese,shredded

      1 c  corn chips,crushed

    1/2 c  sour cream

      1    red pepper flakes -=or=-

      1    hot pepper sauce

In 3 quart saucepan, cook meat, onion and garlic until meat is brown.

Drain. Add pumpkin, water, taco seasoning, chili powder and salt.

Bring to a boil. Cover; simmer 30 minutes. Season with red pepper