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italian pasta with ground beef tomato sauce and basil
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Italian Pasta with Seasoned Ground Beef

Ground beef simmered with tomatoes and herbs, tossed with pasta for an easy dinner.

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1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Oil should shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in single layer. Cook 6-8 minutes until browned with no pink. Internal temp 160°F, firm texture. Drain fat. 3. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent and softened. 4. Stir in 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning and 0.5 tsp salt. Cook 1 minute. 5. Add 1.5 cups canned crushed tomatoes. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. 6. Meanwhile, cook 12 oz pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain. 7. Toss pasta with beef sauce in skillet over low heat for 1 minute to combine. 8. Finish with 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil off heat.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • dried Italian seasoning

  • salt

  • crushed tomatoes

  • pasta

  • fresh basil

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ground beef taco soup with beans corn tomatoes and broth
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Ground Beef Taco Soup

Ground beef simmered with beans, corn, and tomatoes in a flavorful broth for an easy dinner.

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1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 3. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent. 4. Stir in 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed, 1 can (15 oz) corn drained, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice, 4 cups beef broth, 2 tbsp taco seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. 5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. 6. Remove from heat and finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • canned black beans

  • canned corn

  • canned diced tomatoes

  • beef broth

  • taco seasoning

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • cilantro

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ground beef sandwich with caramelized onions on toasted buns
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Ground Beef Sandwich with Caramelized Onions

Ground beef mixed with caramelized onions served on toasted buns for an easy dinner.

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1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in skillet over medium heat until shimmering. 2. Add 2 large onions, thinly sliced. Cook 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are deep golden brown and caramelized. 3. Remove onions from skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in single layer. Cook 6-8 minutes until browned and no pink remains. Internal temp 160°F, firm texture. Drain fat. 4. Stir caramelized onions back into beef. Cook 1 minute to combine. 5. Toast 4 sandwich buns in skillet or oven. 6. Assemble sandwiches with beef and onion mixture. Finish with 1 tbsp Dijon mustard spread on buns.

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • ground beef

  • sandwich bun

  • Dijon mustard

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ground beef spaghetti with tomato sauce and fresh basil
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Ground Beef Spaghetti

Ground beef simmered in tomato sauce and tossed with spaghetti for a simple and easy dinner.

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1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and heat until shimmering. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 3. Add 1 cup diced onion and 3 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent. 4. Stir in 24 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer. 5. Simmer sauce for 10 minutes until slightly thickened and coats the back of a spoon. 6. Meanwhile, cook 12 oz spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain. 7. Toss cooked spaghetti with sauce in the skillet over low heat to combine. 8. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil off heat.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • canned crushed tomatoes

  • dried oregano

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • spaghetti

  • basil

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ground beef and potato skillet with diced potatoes onion and spices
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Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

Ground beef cooked with potatoes, onion, and spices in one pan for an easy dinner.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 3. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent. 4. Add 3 cups diced peeled potatoes in a single layer. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 15-18 minutes until potatoes are tender and golden brown. 5. Stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Cook 2 minutes to combine and coat ingredients. 6. Remove from heat and finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • potato

  • smoked paprika

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • chives

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ground beef salad with warm beef greens tomatoes and cucumber
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Fresh Garden Salad with Warm Ground Beef Topping

Warm ground beef served over fresh greens with tomatoes and cucumber for an easy dinner.

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1. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Oil should shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in single layer. Cook 6-8 minutes, breaking apart, until browned and no pink remains. Internal temp 160°F, firm texture. Drain fat. 3. Stir in 1 tsp dried oregano and 0.5 tsp salt. Cook 1 minute until spices coat beef. 4. In large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 0.5 cup sliced cucumber. 5. Top salad with warm ground beef. 6. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley sprinkled over salad.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • dried oregano

  • salt

  • mixed salad greens

  • cherry tomato

  • cucumber

  • fresh parsley

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ground beef pasta bake with marinara pasta and melted mozzarella
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Ground Beef Pasta Bake

Ground beef pasta baked with marinara and melted mozzarella for an easy oven dinner.

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1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 3. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 4. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent. 5. Stir in 24 oz marinara sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef. 6. Stir in 3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rigatoni) and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese off heat. 7. Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. 8. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. 9. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. 10. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil off heat.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • marinara sauce

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • cooked pasta

  • mozzarella cheese

  • basil

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cheesy taco meat pasta with seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar in a skillet
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Cheesy Taco Meat Pasta

Seasoned taco beef, tender pasta, and melted cheddar combine into a warm skillet dinner that’s quick to make and satisfying for busy weeknights.

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1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 8 oz pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. 3. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook 4-5 minutes until browned, breaking up meat. Drain fat. 4. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. 5. Stir in 2 tbsp taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Simmer on medium-low until sauce thickens and coats meat, about 2-3 minutes. 6. Reduce heat to low. Add cooked pasta and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese to skillet. Stir until cheese melts and coats pasta and meat evenly. 7. Remove from heat and finish with chopped fresh cilantro.

  • pasta

  • ground beef

  • onion

  • garlic

  • taco seasoning

  • water

  • cheddar cheese

  • olive oil

  • cilantro

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cheesy ground beef casserole with pasta tomato sauce and melted cheddar baked in a dish
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Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole

A warm cheesy ground beef casserole made with pasta, tomato sauce, and melted cheddar. A simple baked dinner that feeds a hungry family on busy nights.

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1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 3. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side. Stir and cook until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 4. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent. 5. Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef. 6. Stir in 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or elbow macaroni), then 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well off heat. 7. Transfer mixture to a greased 9x9 inch baking dish. Sprinkle 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. 8. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. 9. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. 10. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • tomato sauce

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • cooked pasta

  • cheddar cheese

  • parsley

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ground beef and rice skillet cooked in a pan with onions garlic and fresh parsley
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Beef and Rice Skillet

A simple beef and rice skillet made with ground beef, tender rice, onion, and garlic cooked together in one pan. A filling dinner that’s easy for busy nights.

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1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and let it shimmer. 2. Add 1 lb ground beef, patted dry, in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side, then stir and continue cooking until no pink remains and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess fat. 3. Add 1 cup diced onion and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant. 4. Stir in 1 cup long grain white rice, 2 cups beef broth, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil. 5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. 6. Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. 7. Fluff rice with a fork and finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley off heat.

  • ground beef

  • olive oil

  • onion

  • garlic

  • long grain white rice

  • beef broth

  • salt

  • black pepper

  • parsley

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