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Beef and Vegetable Soup with Sliced Eye of Round

Sliced eye of round simmered in broth with vegetables for a simple soup.

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1. Pat dry 1.5 lb eye of round roast. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp salt. 2. Roast on rack in 400°F oven 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 135°F. Rest 10 minutes. 3. Thinly slice roast across grain. 4. In large pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 cup diced carrot, and 1 cup diced celery. Sauté 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften and onions are translucent. 5. Add 4 cup beef broth and bring to boil. 6. Add sliced roast to pot. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer soup 10 minutes to blend flavors. 7. Finish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley off heat before serving.

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Buffalo Shredded Chicken Sandwich

Shredded chicken coated in buffalo sauce served on toasted buns with melted cheddar.

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1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. 2. Add 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken in a single layer. Cook 4-5 minutes until warmed and lightly browned. 3. Stir in 0.5 cup buffalo sauce. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken. 4. Remove from heat. 5. Toast 4 sandwich buns. 6. Assemble sandwiches with buffalo shredded chicken and 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 7. Finish each sandwich with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley sprinkled on top.

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Leftover Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese

Baked potatoes topped with pulled pork, cheddar, and sour cream.

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1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. 2. Add 8 oz elbow macaroni to boiling water. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside. 3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 cup diced onion and sauté 4-5 minutes until translucent and softened. 4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant. 5. Stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, until flour is lightly golden. 6. Gradually whisk in 2 cups whole milk. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Simmer 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. 7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. 8. Add 2 cups shredded pulled pork to the cheese sauce. Stir to combine and heat through, about 2 minutes. 9. Fold cooked macaroni into the cheese and pork sauce until evenly coated. 10. Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup grated cheddar cheese evenly on top. 11. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. 12. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. 13. Finish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley sprinkled over the top off heat.

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Hearty Pulled Pork and Bean Chili

Tender pulled pork simmered with beans, tomatoes, and spices for an easy chili dinner.

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1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. 2. Add 1 cup diced onion and 1 cup diced bell pepper. Sauté 5 minutes until onions are translucent and peppers softened. 3. Add 2 cups pulled pork, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed kidney beans, 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, 1 tbsp chili powder, and 1 tsp cumin. 4. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. 5. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered 20-25 minutes until chili thickens and flavors meld, stirring occasionally. 6. Remove from heat. Finish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.

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Leftover Ground Beef Flatbread Pizzas

Leftover ground beef baked on flatbread with cheese, sauce, and vegetables for an easy dinner.

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1. Preheat oven to 425°F. 2. Place 2 flatbreads on a baking sheet. 3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and dry. 4. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl until shimmering. 5. Add 2 cups shredded leftover ground beef in a single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes until edges brown, then stir and cook 1 more minute to heat through. 6. Spread 0.5 cup pizza sauce evenly over each flatbread. 7. Distribute beef evenly over flatbreads. 8. Sprinkle 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. 9. Add 0.5 cup sliced black olives and 0.5 cup sliced bell pepper evenly over each pizza. 10. Bake 10-12 minutes until cheese melts and crust is crispy. 11. Remove from oven and finish with fresh chopped basil sprinkled over pizzas.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.